Banana Nut Muffin

Banana nut muffin is a moist, sweet quick bread baked in a muffin tin, typically made with ripe mashed bananas, flour, sugar, eggs, and butter or oil, and studded with chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans. It's a popular breakfast or snack item originating from American home baking, often enjoyed with coffee or tea.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This treat is generally high in carbohydrates from flour and sugar, with moderate fat from nuts and oil, and a small amount of protein. A standard muffin provides around 300-400 calories, along with potassium from bananas and healthy fats from nuts.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	420 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	21 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	30 g
Sodium	310 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Calcium	50 mg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	80 mg
Manganese	0.4 mg
Copper	0.15 mg

Per 1 muffin (113 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Banana nut muffins are a classic example of 'quick bread' baking, which uses chemical leaveners like baking soda instead of yeast, making them fast and easy to prepare. Nutritionally, they offer a comforting blend of natural fruit sweetness and nutty crunch, making them a beloved comfort food in many households.