Banana Bread Muffins
Banana Bread Muffins are the perfect blend of moist, fluffy texture and sweet banana flavor, making them an irresistible treat for breakfast or snacks. These delightful muffins fill your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma that instantly evokes memories of cozy family gatherings. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips, these muffins are sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. If desired, mix in nuts or chocolate chips.
- Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg