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Banana Muffin Recipe

These moist, flavorful banana muffins are the perfect way to use overripe bananas and make a quick, satisfying treat any day of the week. The warm blend of cinnamon and nutmeg enhances the natural sweetness of bananas, while the soft crumb makes each bite comforting. This recipe comes together fast, requires no special equipment, and works beautifully with ripe or even frozen bananas. Whether you enjoy them for breakfast, snacks, or meal prep, these muffins deliver consistent, delicious results. Keep this recipe in your rotation whenever you need an easy homemade bake. Explore similar recipes like Banana Muffin Recipe for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • 3 ripe bananas
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ⅓ cup butter, melted
  • ¼ cup lightly packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
In a small bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg.
In a separate large bowl, mash the bananas, then mix in the white sugar, melted butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla.
Fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined. Add walnuts if using.
Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin cups.
Bake for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

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banana muffin recipe healthy

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Additional Time: 0 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Servings: 12
Yield: 12 muffins