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Banana Bread Muffins

These delightful Banana Bread Muffins are moist and flavorful, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With their warm aroma and tender crumb, they'll become a family favorite in no time!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Muffin Base Ingredients
  • 2 pieces ripe bananas (mashed) Ensure they are overripe for sweetness.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter Let it cool slightly before mixing.
  • 1/2 cup sugar Can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
  • 1 large egg, beaten For egg replacement, use flaxseed meal.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Makes muffins rise.
  • a pinch salt Adds balance to the sweetness.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can be replaced with gluten-free flour.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
  4. Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, and stir until well combined.
  5. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and mix thoroughly.
  6. Gently stir in the flour until just incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
  7. Spoon the batter into each muffin cup, filling them about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding cinnamon or nuts in the batter. To keep muffins moist, avoid overmixing.