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Banana Bread Muffins

Fluffy Banana Bread Muffins Perfect for Easy Mornings

These fluffy banana bread muffins are perfect for an easy breakfast or snack, made with overripe bananas for natural sweetness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 21 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 4 bananas Overripe Bananas Look for those with plenty of brown spots.
  • 1 large Beaten Egg Make sure it's at room temperature.
  • 1/3 cup Melted Butter Allow it to cool before adding.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional, but recommended.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can swap with whole wheat flour.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar White sugar can be used, flavor will change slightly.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Serves as the leavening agent.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Use semi-sweet for balance.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts Great for extra texture.

Equipment

  • Muffin Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • fork or potato masher
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Add the beaten egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and stir until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in any optional ingredients like chocolate chips or chopped walnuts if using.
  7. Fill each muffin liner about ¾ full with the batter.
  8. Bake for 15 to 21 minutes, checking for a golden-brown color and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These muffins can be customized with various add-ins and are ideal for busy mornings. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for a week.

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