I’ve been baking Mixed Mashed Muffins for years, and I’m convinced they’re one of the most versatile treats you can make in your kitchen. By incorporating mashed fruits or vegetables like bananas, applesauce, or sweet potatoes, you’ll create incredibly moist muffins with natural sweetness and added nutrition. The beauty lies in their adaptability—you can transform almost any produce that’s getting too ripe into something delicious. But what really makes these muffins special goes beyond their basic ingredients.
Key Takeaways
- Mixed mashed muffins can incorporate ingredients like fruit puree or vegetables for moistness and nutrition.
- Using a combination of granola and mashed ingredients creates texture contrast in muffins.
- Honey-peanut butter combinations enhance sweetness in mixed mashed muffin recipes.
- Properly mixing wet and dry ingredients ensures muffins have the right consistency.
- Mixed mashed muffins are versatile for breakfast, snacks, or desserts when served warm.
Why You’ll Love these Honey-Kissed Granola Muffins
When you’re craving a breakfast treat that combines comfort and nutrition, these Mixed Mashed Muffins will quickly become your new favorite.
I’ve created these muffins to deliver the perfect balance of sweetness from brown sugar and honey crunch peanut butter, while the chopped Kimberlys Granola adds wonderful texture and wholesome goodness.
What makes these muffins special is their versatility—they’re hearty enough for breakfast but satisfying enough for an afternoon snack. The vanilla adds aromatic warmth that complements the nutty peanut butter beautifully.
I particularly love serving these muffins still warm from the oven when the flavors are most vibrant. They’re also incredibly simple to prepare, requiring just basic mixing techniques that even novice bakers can master.
What Ingredients are in Honey-Kissed Granola Muffins?
These delicious muffins combine the hearty crunch of granola with the sweet, nutty flavor of honey peanut butter for a perfect breakfast or snack option. The recipe calls for simple pantry staples that most bakers already have on hand, making this a convenient treat to whip up when you’re craving something homemade but don’t want to run to the store.
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/4 cups firmly packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey crunch peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups granola Kimberlys, chopped
- 2 tablespoons water or milk
- Salt (amount not specified in recipe)
- Flour (amount not specified in recipe)
One thing to note about this recipe is that while most ingredients have specific measurements, the flour amount isn’t clearly stated in the original recipe. When making these muffins, you might need to use your baking intuition—start with about 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour and adjust as needed until you have a thick but spoonable muffin batter. Also, the recipe gives you flexibility with the liquid component, allowing you to choose between water or milk depending on how rich you want the final product to be.
How to Make these Honey-Kissed Granola Muffins
Making these Mixed Mashed Muffins is surprisingly simple, and the results are absolutely worth it. Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees and preparing your muffin tin.
In a large bowl, combine your dry ingredients: flour (though the amount isn’t specified in the recipe), 1 1/4 cups firmly packed light brown sugar, a pinch of salt, 3/4 teaspoon baking soda, and 2 cups of chopped Kimberlys Granola. This creates the hearty base that gives these muffins their signature texture and flavor.
Next, move on to your wet ingredients. In a separate bowl, cream together 1 large egg, 1 tablespoon vanilla, 1/4 cup honey crunch peanut butter, and 2 tablespoons of milk or water until the mixture becomes velvety and well-incorporated.
Can we take a moment to appreciate how the peanut butter and honey will create that perfect sweet-savory balance? Once your wet mixture is ready, gradually add it to your dry ingredients, making sure to incorporate 3/4 cup butter as well (though the recipe doesn’t specify if it should be melted or softened).
Using a commercial mixer will ensure your muffin batter achieves the perfect consistency with minimal effort.
Stir until everything is completely combined, but try not to overmix—nobody wants tough muffins. The batter should be thick but spoonable, with lovely chunks of granola running throughout.
Spoon the batter evenly into your muffin tin and pop them into your preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. You’ll know they’re done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, with perhaps a few moist crumbs clinging to it.
The hardest part? Waiting. Once baked, remove them from the oven and immediately transfer from the muffin tin to a cooling rack—this prevents them from becoming soggy on the bottom.
Serve them while they’re still warm, perhaps with a smear of butter or a drizzle of honey for extra indulgence. The combination of crunchy granola, sweet honey, and creamy peanut butter creates a muffin that’s perfect for breakfast, snack time, or whenever you need a little comfort food pick-me-up.
Honey-Kissed Granola Muffins Substitutions and Variations
While the original Mixed Mashed Muffins recipe creates a delightful treat, you’ll find endless possibilities for customization to suit dietary needs or personal preferences. I’ve experimented with several successful variations that maintain the muffins’ delicious character.
For a dairy-free version, substitute coconut oil for butter and use almond milk instead of regular milk. If you’re avoiding peanuts, almond or sunflower seed butter works beautifully. Don’t have Kimberlys Granola? Any crunchy granola will do—just verify it complements the honey notes.
For extra nutrition, I often fold in a mashed banana or 1/4 cup of flaxseed. Gluten-free bakers can substitute a reliable cup-for-cup flour blend, though you might need to add an extra tablespoon of liquid for proper moisture balance.
What to Serve with Honey-Kissed Granola Muffins
Nothing improves the enjoyment of warm, freshly-baked Honey-Kissed Granola Muffins quite like thoughtfully selected accompaniments that complement their nutty, sweet profile.
I recommend serving these muffins with a spread of whipped honey butter or cream cheese for an indulgent touch.
For a complete breakfast experience, pair your muffins with fresh fruit—berries, sliced bananas, or apple wedges provide a revitalizing contrast to the muffins’ richness.
A protein component like Greek yogurt or a small cheese plate balances the meal nutritionally.
Don’t forget beverages! I find that hot coffee, black tea, or fresh orange juice cuts through the sweetness perfectly.
For special occasions, I’ll serve these muffins alongside a breakfast charcuterie board, allowing guests to create their own perfect bite combinations.
Final Thoughts
As I’ve shared this recipe for Mixed Mashed Muffins, I’ve come to appreciate how versatile and forgiving these treats can be for both novice and experienced bakers.
The combination of granola, peanut butter, and brown sugar creates a depth of flavor that enhances these muffins beyond ordinary breakfast fare.
Don’t hesitate to experiment with this recipe—substitute almond butter for peanut butter, add chocolate chips, or incorporate dried fruits for exciting variations.
I’ve found that the key to perfect texture lies in not overmixing the batter once the wet ingredients meet the dry.
These muffins have become my go-to when I need something special yet straightforward to prepare.
Whether for rushed mornings or thoughtful gifts, they’ve never disappointed me or my grateful recipients.
Much like how fresh thyme leaves should be added gently just before serving in mushroom risotto to avoid bitterness, delicate ingredients in these muffins should be folded in last to preserve their integrity.
