Smoked Banana Muffins

Ingredients:

- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs- 1/2 cup melted butter or oil (coconut oil or vegetable oil works well)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups Robin Hood Gluten-Free Flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons Rave BBQ Rubs Sweet & Smokey Maple Rub
-Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans)
- Muffin cups

Instructions:

Preparing the Muffin Tin:
1. Preheat your Traeger grill to 350°F (175°C) using maple wood pellets for a sweet, smoky flavor.
2. Place muffin cups in a muffin tin, ensuring each cup is properly lined.

Mixing the Batter:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, eggs, melted butter or oil, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix well until everything is fully incorporated.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the Robin Hood Gluten-Free Flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and Rave BBQ Rubs Sweet & Smokey Maple Rub.
3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.4. If desired, fold in the chopped nuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Filling the Muffin Cups:
1. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Baking on the Traeger:
1. Place the muffin tin on the preheated Traeger grill and close the lid.
2. Bake for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Serving Suggestions:

1. Once done, carefully remove the muffins from the grill and allow them to cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes.
2. After cooling slightly, transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
3. Serve the Gluten-Free Smoked Banana Bread Muffins warm or at room temperature.
4. Optionally, you can enjoy them with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of honey for added sweetness.
5. These muffins make for a delightful snack or breakfast treat paired with a cup of coffee or tea.

Enjoy your gluten-free baking adventure with these delicious smoked banana bread muffins sweetened with honey!