Buckwheat, Banana, and Zucchini Muffins

Name: Buckwheat, Banana, and Zucchini Muffins
Yield: makes 12 muffins
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup buckwheat flour; 1/2 cup mashed very ripe banana; 1 cup grated zucchini; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt; 3/4 cup buttermilk; 3 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 extra-large egg, lightly beaten; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

December 14, 2011

Packed with all kinds of good ingredients, these muffins make a densely flavorful treat that, if paired with yogurt, could almost be a light meal on its own. Buckwheat flour is made from the dry fruit seeds of the buckwheat plant, and is available at most health food stores.

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