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I don’t make resolutions… it’s just something I’ve never really done. If I want to make changes I try to start them right away, instead of waiting until the new year. I have been reflecting what I’d like to do more of in 2016 though and I thought I would share my list here… It’s a bit random, but I think we can all agree these are things we should do more of this year. I’ve also got a great recipe to share with you using Jif™ Peanut Powder.
- Say Yes… I find my automatic reaction to my kids is no, this year I want to stop and think… I’m sure I can say YES more!
- Feed my kids better snacks {be intentional, plan ahead} meals aren’t the problem, but I get lazy with snacks and just offer something packaged and easy way too much. Last week I made a big batch of whole wheat peanut banana muffins and they were great after school snacks that everyone loved. {success!} With the prep done ahead of time it was a super easy choice too.
- Sleep {although this one isn’t always up to me, yes I can go to bed at a decent time, but my daughter gets me up most nights still, maybe she will start sleeping better this year?!?}
- Connect with new friends {this past year has been a big hard on me socially, a couple close friends moved away and two went back to work, so while I’m never bored, I feel an emotional void from this loss.}
- Tell my kids {and husband too!}how awesome they are {not fake compliments, but find the truly amazing things they do and they tell them how great they are}
What would be on your list to do more of this year?
Since I mentioned the muffins above, I thought I would share this super yummy recipe with you all.
Have you ever tried Jif™ Peanut Powder? Peanut power is SO easy to use in baking, SO much easier than peanut butter and the flavor is amazing! You and your kids are going to love these Whole Wheat Peanut Banana Muffins! My kids ate them all up and I feel great about these muffins because they are SO good for you! No Sugar, whole grains, peanut powder and bananas, yum!
Jif™ Peanut Powder has the same protein as peanut butter but no added sugar and a lot less fat. It’s made from just ONE ingredient FRESH ROASTED PEANUTS… that’s it!! Great for those who want to eat simple, whole foods!
Okay, let’s get to the tasty recipe!
Here’s a photo of the super great ingredients… mashed banana, honey, and peanut powder {optional-walnuts}
Whole Wheat Peanut Banana Muffins & Things to do more of in 2016
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup JIF Peanut Powder
- 2 mashed bananas
- {optional} 1/2 cup crushed walnuts
- 2 Cups Whole Wheat flour
- 1 TBS baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup applesauce or oil
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Mix the dry ingredients-flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and Peanut Powder in a large bowl. In another smaller bowl, mix the wet ingredients - Mashed bananas, milk, eggs, applesauce and honey. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until just mixed. Add the walnuts if you choose. Put muffin liners in a tin and fill 12 muffin liner to not quiet full. Heat oven to 375F {190C} then bake for around 20 min. A toothpick should come out clean if baked. The bananas will still be soft ;o)
Just out of the oven is the best! Butter melts when they are still warm, so delicious. 
A perfect after school snack for my boys! Or breakfast or lunch or bedtime snack… these are good for anytime!
You can find Jif™ Peanut Powder at Walmart and all the other ingredients you need for these muffins can be found there as well. What is your favorite muffin recipe? I’ve shared a few others over the years. Here’s are a few:
Fi Ní Neachtáin says
The meal planning and the snack options are something I fall short of too. I really want my son to begin eating healthier options but right now everything to him is “yuck” – he’s almost three and is going through a phase of hating every food. Those muffins look so delicious. I think I’ll have to make a batch of my own and see if he likes them 🙂
Dee says
I love the idea of saying yes! I think we lose so much at life at not stepping out of our comfort zones and saying yes to things that we mostly wouldn’t do. For me as long as its moral and legal I am going to start saying yes to new experiences.
Angie @ My So-Called Chaos says
Those are fantastic goals! I definitely need to do so many of those too… Especially the sleep one, yowza. So tired. Those muffins look delish!
Tee says
I’ve never used peanut butter powder before. I have to say my kids are big fans of peanut butter. I’m so glad that they aren’t allergic to peanuts. The muffins you made look so delicious! Thanks for sharing recipe.
Felicita Moncada says
Great tips! I love anything with peanut butter I’ve been trying to add the PB powder to any smoothies I make to get that extra protein. My daughter is allergic to peanuts so we try to limit the peanut butter but I love it so much. I think I’ll make a batch of these muffins for the mornings!
Mommy Pehpot says
The muffins looks really tasty! So I guess that would be included on my list.. bake more goodies for my kids! It has been more than a year since I baked something good for them.
Some of the things on your list will be on my list too, like giving compliments and connect with friends 🙂
Tammilee Tips says
I had no idea that Jiff makes a powder like this! I think this would be perfect for baking and for adding to my smoothies as well!! These muffins look and sound amazing, ones that my husband would love for breakfast
Katie @ Recipe for Perfection says
I just bought that peanut powder from Walmart and am getting ready to try my hand at baking with it. I’m thinking something with apples, since peanut butter and apples go together so well! Love the picture of the broken open muffin- looks so appealing for breakfast.
Lady Soda says
I am so putting this to my favorites! Thank you for the shared recipe! I have been wanting to bake since I tasted those muffins from a local bakeshop in my place.
Anyway, you have a beautiful list! I love the Say YES often (think, rationalize first before responding of course), eat better, SLEEP! Oh much much needed sleep! I definitely need to focus on that! Wonderful sharing! Thank you 🙂
LaShawn says
These look awesome!!! I did not know that Jiff makes a powder!! I will have to check these out on my next trip to Walmart! These muffins looks so yummy, perfect for breakfast!
Emily says
I love Peanut powder!! it’s so handy for baking and smoothies!!
Emma Spellman says
I used to be good at meal planning until my hubby’s schedule changed and he worked late. Now he is home early and I’m struggling finding a groove to get back into the swing of things. Those muffins look amazing and I have all the ingredients on hand.
Emily says
It’s always hard when schedules change!!
Stephanie says
What a great list! I know I need to say YES more, and get more sleep as well. I have been making an effort to acknowledge the awesome things my family members do. It’s so nice to see the shy or giant smile when I tell them they have done a great job! Your recipe looks delicious – perfect for a post-gym snack for me! {client}
Emily says
Yes, these would make a great post-workout snack!!
Carrie says
What a great idea! I’ve seen the peanut powder before but I’ve never thought of using it to replace peanut butter in recipes. I’ll be trying this recipe the next time I make banana nut muffins, they look delicious!
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Lara says
Yum! These look and sound so good! This is the first that I have ever heard of peanut powder, I can’t wait to give it a try 🙂
Frugal Hausfrau says
These do sound easy and very doable! Heck I might end up getting in the habit of making them! Thanks for sharing this on our Throwback Thursday link party! I love it! I’ll be pinning, too, so be sure to follow us there, and see you next week! 🙂
Mollie
Trisha says
They are so yummy and delicious. Thank you so much for sharing this blog.