There’s something about Anandamide that makes me feel particularly, and maybe irrationally, glamorous. Like soaking-in-a-clawfoot-tub-in-a-bath-of-roses-and-violets-surrounded-by-hand-painted-tiles-in-my-imaginary-casita-in-Mexico-City glamorous. Its flavor is so lush and decadent, with a slight, warming spiciness, resulting in something undeniably and wildly comforting.
As raw cacao is the main ingredient in Anandamide, this recipe was really just waiting to be plucked from the heavens. Chocolate and banana together is a matter of destiny. Bringing Anandamide into the mix makes these the most delicious version of this classic banana muffin I have tasted. The hint of heat from its blend of spices (including turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne, cardamom and black pepper) is like an extra little embrace, making the ordinary muffin decidedly more compelling.
And it is a genuinely beautiful blend to bake with — alongside the cacao it brings together Ashwagandha, Reishi, Mucuna Pruriens, Maca, Moringa and Astragalus — six herbs in one spoonful.
These muffins are so simple and quick to make, such a pleasure to eat, and you will be left feeling as though you are soaking in your own imaginary bathtub in the elegant metropolitan city of your choosing — knowing that you are, of course, welcome to my pretend hacienda at any time. Let us all find a little luxury in unexpected places.
Banana Bliss Muffins
Ingredients2-3 ripe bananas ¾ cup coconut sugar ½ cup coconut oil, melted ½ cup unsweetened applesauce 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 ¾ cups gluten free 1:1 flour 1 tbsp. Sun Potion Anandamide ½ tsp. salt (I prefer a flaky sea salt) ½ tsp. baking soda 1 ½ tsp. baking powder ½ tsp. ground cinnamon Feel free to add chocolate chips, toasted nuts, cacao nibs or whatever add-ons of your choosing! Go wild! |
MethodPreheat oven to 350° F Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, Anandamide, salt and cinnamon in a small bowl Melt the coconut oil by placing the jar in a warm water bath in the sink. Allow it to cool slightly In a large bowl, add the bananas and mash them with a fork. Add the coconut sugar and mix together with a large spoon or spatula Add the melted coconut oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract to the banana and sugar mixture. Stir gently. Add the dry ingredients to the wet, a little at a time. Mix them together but don’t overwork Spoon the batter into your lined muffin tin — unbleached compostable liners are ideal. (The batter will create 12 small-to-medium muffins) Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick or cake tester comes out clean. Wait about 10 minutes before cooling on a baking rack. |
Images by Alice York
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anandamide?
Anandamide is Sun Potion's Bliss Alchemy blend — raw cacao with Ashwagandha, Reishi, Mucuna Pruriens, Maca, Moringa and Astragalus, plus a warming spice mix of turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne, cardamom and black pepper.
Are these muffins gluten free?
Yes, using a 1:1 gluten free flour blend. They are also dairy free — coconut oil and applesauce do the work of butter and egg.
How many muffins does the batch make?
Twelve small-to-medium muffins, baked for 20-25 minutes.
Can I reduce the sugar?
Yes. Ripe bananas and applesauce carry a lot of sweetness on their own, so the coconut sugar can be cut back by a quarter without the muffins suffering.
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