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Cinnamon Banana Bread Muffins

Cinnamon Banana Bread Muffins That'll Warm Your Heart

Delicious Cinnamon Banana Bread Muffins that are quick to make and family-friendly.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 3 bananas ripe bananas Use overripe for sweetness
  • 1/2 cup butter melted; can substitute with coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure it's fresh
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt a pinch enhances flavor
  • 3/4 cup sugar reduce for a lighter touch
  • 1 large egg can substitute with applesauce or flax egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour whole wheat adds fiber
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adjust to taste
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts walnuts or pecans
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips for a sweet contrast

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fork
  • potato masher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth, aiming for 1 to 1½ cups.
  3. Add melted butter, baking soda, and a pinch of salt to the mashed bananas and stir until combined.
  4. Mix in sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth, then fold in flour and ground cinnamon.
  5. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with batter.
  6. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool muffins on a wire rack for a few minutes before transferring from the tin.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These muffins can be customized with various add-ins like nuts and chocolate chips, and work great for breakfast or snacks.

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