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Banana Muffins

Deliciously Soft Banana Muffins for Cozy Mornings

These Banana Muffins are soft, fluffy, and perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 3 ripe bananas the riper, the better
  • ⅓ cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • a pinch salt
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar can reduce for less sweetness
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour be careful not to overmix

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowl
  • fork or potato masher
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Banana Muffins
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Mash the 3 ripe bananas until smooth and creamy.
  3. Stir in the ⅓ cup of melted butter until fully combined.
  4. Sprinkle in the 1 teaspoon of baking soda and pinch of salt, mixing well.
  5. Add in ¾ cup of granulated sugar and stir until evenly combined.
  6. Mix in the beaten egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until combined.
  7. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of baking powder and mix well.
  8. Gradually fold in 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  9. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with batter.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  11. Cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture. Customize with nuts or chocolate chips if desired.

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