Delightful Banana Muffins
Indulge in the warmth and sweetness of freshly baked banana muffins that are sure to brighten your day. These muffins boast a golden exterior and a tender, moist interior, making them the perfect breakfast or snack. With minimal effort required, you can enjoy a batch that bursts with flavor and nostalgia. Whether served at brunch or enjoyed solo, these banana muffins deliver moments of joy with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ⅓ cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth, leaving some lumps for texture.
- Stir in the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gently fold in the flour, baking soda, and salt until just incorporated—avoid overmixing.
- If desired, gently add nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
- Pour the batter into muffin cups about three-quarters full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg