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Quick & Easy Banana Muffins

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Quick & Easy Banana Muffins are soft, moist, and bursting with sweet banana flavor. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, these muffins come together in one bowl with simple ingredients and are ready in just 30 minutes.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins
  • Category: Baked Goods
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 3 overripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup milk (or non-dairy milk)
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, or 1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
  3. Whisk in the egg, milk, oil or butter, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. Add sugar, then sift in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir just until combined—do not overmix.
  5. Fold in any optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • Add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for warmth.
  • Whole wheat or oat flour can be used for a heartier version.
  • Top with streusel or raw sugar for a crunchy top.
  • Store muffins in an airtight container or freeze for longer storage.

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