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Banana Muffins

Soft & Fluffy Banana Muffins That Make Mornings Delightful

Delightful banana muffins made from overripe bananas, perfect for breakfast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2-3 pieces Ripe Bananas Use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/3 cup Melted Butter Adds richness; substitute with coconut oil for a vegan version.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for rising; ensure it's fresh.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetness is key; brown sugar can also be used.
  • 1 piece Egg Provides structure; for vegan, use a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water).
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure extract offers aromatic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Important for lift; ensure it's not expired.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Forms the muffin base; can substitute half with rolled oats.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • Spoon

Method
 

Muffin Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the muffin tin with paper liners or grease each cup.
  2. Mash 2-3 very ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Add melted butter to the mashed bananas and stir until well combined.
  4. Sprinkle in the baking soda and salt, and stir gently to combine.
  5. Add granulated sugar and mix until fully incorporated.
  6. Beat in one egg and vanilla extract, mixing until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in baking powder.
  8. Gradually add all-purpose flour, folding until just combined.
  9. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with batter.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  11. Allow muffins to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.7mg

Notes

These muffins can be customized with different flavors, such as nuts or chocolate chips, for variety.

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