Chia Seed Blueberry Banana Muffins

Moist, not too sweet, a nice blend of two fruits, and an interesting “crunch” courtesy of the chia seeds, this muffin has it all. Better yet, it provides several brain-boosting nutrients making this muffin a nutrient dense addition to any meal or snack.

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Brain-Boosting Blueberry Banana Muffins

Brain-boosting foods: blueberries, banana, chia seeds, and whole wheat flour

Brain-boosting nutrients: omega-3 fatty acids, protein, fiber, vitamin C, fiber, lutein, and antioxidants

INGREDIENTS:

• 1⁄2 cup canola oil • 1 egg
• 1⁄4 cup sugar
• 1 banana

• 1 1⁄2 cups whole wheat flour • 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• 1 1⁄2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1⁄2 to 3⁄4 cup blueberries (frozen or fresh) • 1 teaspoon vanilla

PROCESS:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Mix oil, egg and sugar in a large mixing bowl until smooth; add in bananamixing well.
3. Blend the dry ingredients well in a separate bowl – flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and chia seeds
4. Add dry ingredients to oil mixture. Add in blueberries and Vanilla. Gently stir together just until moistened – do not overmix.
5. Spoon batter into muffin tin tray sprayed with vegetable pan spray.
6. Bake 15 to 20 minutes. 

Nutrition: 135 calories, 3 g total fat, 1.5 g saturated fat, 2 g protein,
25 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber. Servings – 12 muffins;

Serving size – 1 muffin