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    home » Recipes » Lunchbox Recipes

    Banana smoothie cupcakes, no added sugar!

    Published: Mar 16, 2018. Modified: Oct 21, 2020By:Kylie·This post may contain affiliate links·

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    When it comes to getting kids to eat healthier, it's all about the names and the way you present things. I find that they eat with their eyes and ears first...then they might commit to the food going in their mouth if what they have seen and heard convinces them enough. So why name these banana yoghurt muffins when really they are banana smoothie cupcakes? See what I did there? Cupcakes is no much more appealing than muffins. And banana smoothie turned into a cupcake? Well, that's Mr Wonka magic!

    banana smoothie cupcakes

    Using up ripe bananas is not just because you want to reduce waste- bananas become super sweet when they are at that point and are even better for including in things like cupcakes etc. I love it because the kids always want me to buy bananas, then the second they start to develop brown dots on the outside...they suddenly are unwanted. And in the middle of summer they change so quickly!

    banana smoothie cupcakes

    Bananas are a kid favourite and they are also high in natural carbohydrates, vitamin B6 and potassium - all things that we need to function well. Who knew that such a humble fruit could be so awesome? They are also low GI, so perfect for sweetening these cupcakes!

    banana smoothie cupcakes

    Now why are they called banana smoothie cupcakes? Well our favourite part of banana smoothies is apparently the nutmeg, the kids love the flavour it gives. We also pop in some yoghurt and some cinnamon for good measure and let the vanilla paste add to the sweetness of the banana to create awesomeness.

    banana smoothie cupcakes

    These are great in the lunchbox, freeze well and are delicious un-iced. Don't just take my word for it, the kids have gobbled all of these! As always, try to use a good quality greek or natural yoghurt- or try making your own!  And if you need more ideas for using up spotty bananas, check out these date and banana muffins or these weetbix 4 ingredient cookies!

    banana smoothie cupcakes

    Banana smoothie cupcakes

    Banana smoothie cupcakes, perfect for the lunchbox, easy to make and really yummy. Freezer friendly and kid friendly!
    4.34 from 9 votes
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    Course: lunchbox
    Cuisine: Modern Australian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 12 cupcakes
    Calories: 213kcal
    Author: Kylie
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup self raising flour
    • 1 cup wholemeal self raising flour
    • 3 bananas mashed
    • 125 grams coconut oil melted
    • 2 eggs lightly beaten
    • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ cup greek/natural yoghurt

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 200 degrees celsius/ 390 F.
    • Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix to combine.
    • Pour into a 12 hole cupcake pan (greased/silicone or use liners).
    • Bake at 200 degrees C/ 390 f for 15 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
    • Cool in the pan for 10 minutes and then on a rack until completely cool.

    Notes

    These freeze really well!

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    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 267mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g
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    1. Jaimie says

      May 06, 2020 at 8:32 pm

      Perfect lunchbox fillers, and so healthy too! Thanks for sharing 🙂

      Reply
    2. Eve says

      March 10, 2020 at 5:12 am

      Can you do butter instead of oil?

      Reply
      • Kylie says

        March 11, 2020 at 10:37 am

        Yes you can!

        Reply
    3. Elodie says

      September 13, 2019 at 3:47 am

      What does the 125g of coconut oil convert to in millilitres? I have coconut oil that’s already in liquid form.

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      • Kylie says

        September 16, 2019 at 10:36 pm

        1/2 a cup or 125mls.

        Reply
    4. Sara Shorthouse says

      June 04, 2019 at 2:38 am

      Hi there!

      I noticed there is no salt in the recipe, is that correct? Thank you!

      Reply
      • Kylie says

        June 04, 2019 at 2:51 pm

        Yes that's correct!

        Reply
    5. Meike says

      May 14, 2018 at 12:24 am

      These are awesome! Light and fluffy. I made them into literal banana smoothie cupcakes. I put the bananas, yoghurt, coconut oil, eggs and spices together in the blender. I then put the ‘smoothie’ in a bowl with the self raising flower. Fast, easy and yummy 😄

      Reply
    6. Michelle says

      March 18, 2018 at 12:36 am

      We’re on a cholesterol lowering buzz here. Could I substitute the coconut oil for an oil with less saturated fat?

      Reply
      • Kylie says

        March 19, 2018 at 6:37 pm

        Hi Michelle, yes you can!

        Reply

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