Recipe Tip: Banana Muffins

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a muffin tray with 12 muffin cases.

2. Step 2

   In a clean, grease-free mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form when the whisk is removed.

3. Step 3

   In a separate bowl, mash the bananas with a fork, add the chopped walnuts and the remaining ingredients and mix until well combined.

4. Step 4

   Use a large metal spoon to carefully fold in the beaten egg whites.

5. Step 5

   Pour the batter evenly into the muffin cases.

6. Step 6

   Bake for 30–35 minutes or until risen and golden.

7. Step 7

   If you like, you can top with extra banana slices and walnut halves to serve.

8. Step 8

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9. Step 9

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10. Step 10

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11. Step 11

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12. Step 12

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