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Easy Banana Muffins

Easy Banana Muffins
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Easy Banana Muffins are a quick, simple, and moist snack bursting with natural banana sweetness and comforting flavor. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, these muffins require minimal ingredients and bake in under 30 minutes, making them ideal for any skill level and busy schedule.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for GF option)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup sugar (adjust based on banana ripeness)
  • 1/3 cup melted butter or oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly. Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl until mostly smooth but still slightly chunky for texture.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: To the mashed bananas, add melted butter or oil, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture appears creamy and well combined.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening and seasoning.
  4. Bring It All Together: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
  5. Fill Muffin Tin and Bake: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Enjoy: Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas that are brown and soft for the best sweetness and moisture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough and dense muffins.
  • Use room temperature eggs and butter for smooth blending.
  • Don’t skip baking soda as it helps create a fluffy rise.
  • Test muffins with a toothpick early to prevent overbaking and drying out.

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