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Best Banana Muffins Recipe

These banana muffins are easy to make and bursting with flavor! Perfectly moist and fluffy, they’re the ideal treat for breakfast or a snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium bananas very ripe with dark speckles or spots
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar adds a deep caramel flavor
  • 8 tablespoons butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Muffin tin
  • Parchment paper or muffin liners
  • Oven mitts

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
  2. Step 2: Line your muffin tin with parchment paper or muffin liners.
  3. Step 3: Mash the very ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Mix in the softened butter and brown sugar, then add the eggs and vanilla extract.
  5. Step 5: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Step 6: Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Step 7: Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with the batter.
  8. Step 8: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Step 9: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness.
  • Let muffins cool slightly for better texture.
  • Mix-ins like chocolate chips can be added after combining wet and dry ingredients.