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Seven banana bread muffins, arranged on a bread board.

Banana Bread Muffins: A Moist Delicious Treat

Bellina Groschen
Classic banana bread recipe transformed into moist and delicious muffins. Made with mashed overripe bananas, flour, sugar, eggs, and a touch of cinnamon.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ripe bananas mashed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
  • In a large bowl, mash the bananas and mix in both sugars, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  • In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Stir in milk and optional mix-ins like walnuts or chocolate chips.
  • Divide the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling about 3/4 full.
  • Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Can be made gluten-free by using a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • For extra moisture, add a spoonful of Greek yogurt or applesauce.
  • Best enjoyed warm with butter or a drizzle of honey.
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