Little Sunshine Orange & Banana Oat Muffins
Vegetarian · 8m+ · en
Packed with gentle oats, creamy yogurt, and the bright winter flavor of fresh oranges, these mini-muffins are a nutritious and mess-free snack for little ones.
- Use naturally sweet winter oranges like Navel or Lima for the best flavor without added sugar.
- If the batter seems a little too dry, add an extra splash of orange juice or water.
- Serve these warm alongside a little extra plain yogurt for dipping!
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Servings
- 12
- Age
- 8m+
Ingredients
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Steps
Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a mini-muffin tin or line it with silicone baking cups.
In a large bowl, thoroughly mash the ripe banana with a fork until smooth and mostly lump-free.
Add the plain yogurt, fresh orange juice, and cinnamon to the mashed banana, stirring well to combine the wet ingredients.
Fold in the rolled oats. For babies 6-8 months, you can blend the entire batter in a food processor for a perfectly smooth texture. For toddlers 12 months and up, stir in the finely chopped orange segments for extra texture.
Spoon the batter into the prepared mini-muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the muffins cool completely before serving.
Frequently asked questions
Can I freeze these muffins?
Yes, they freeze wonderfully for up to 3 months. Store them in an airtight container and thaw overnight in the fridge or warm gently in the microwave.
Is the acidity of the orange safe for my baby?
Yes, baking the orange juice and mixing it with yogurt buffers the acidity. However, citrus can sometimes cause a harmless, temporary redness on the skin around baby's mouth.
Can I use regular wheat flour instead of oats?
Oats provide excellent gentle fiber for babies, but you can substitute whole wheat flour in a 1:1 ratio if preferred.
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