Summer is such a wonderful time for fruit! So why not take advantage of the delicious mangoes in season right now! These muffins are packed with vitamins and minerals and are perfect for a mid-morning snack at school or at work. The chia/flax seeds provide omega-3 fats which have anti-inflammatory properties and can protect against cancer and depression. And they are super easy to make!
Makes 12 muffins
Ingredients:
3 very ripe bananas, mashed
2 mangoes, mashed (if soft enough) or finely diced
1/3 cup maple syrup (or 1/4 cup honey)
1/3 cup apple puree
2 tbs lime juice
3 tbs chia or flax seeds
1/4 cup desiccated coconut + extra for topping
1/2 cup rolled oats
1 1/2 cups self-raising flour (try wholemeal or wholegrain varieties)
Method:
1. Pre-heat oven to 180C. Combine wet ingredients and seeds in a large mixing bowl.
2. Combine dry ingredients in a smaller mixing bowl and add to the wet ingredients, stirring everything together until combined.
3. Spoon batter into a greased muffin tin or patty pans. Sprinkle with desiccated coconut. Bake for 15-20 mins or until cooked.
Enjoy!
Deeni
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