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Banana Muffin Recipe

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These bakery-style banana muffins are soft, sweet, and packed with real banana flavor. Made with pantry staples and ripe bananas, they’re a perfect treat for breakfast, snacks, or anytime you want something cozy and comforting. With just the right amount of sweetness and a hint of cinnamon, these muffins come together quickly and can be customized with chocolate chips, nuts, or oats. A family favorite you’ll want to bake again and again.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped walnuts

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  • In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Add oil, sugars, eggs, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet until just combined.
  • Fold in any mix-ins if using.
  • Fill muffin cups 3/4 full. Sprinkle with oats or sugar if desired.
  • Bake 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for best flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter.
  • Muffins can be frozen for up to 3 months.
  • Author: Diana Ross
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 215
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3.5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg