Banana Nut Muffins
These moist and flavorful Banana Nut Muffins are made with ripe bananas and crunchy chopped walnuts. Perfect for a wholesome breakfast or snack any time of day.
Equipment
- Muffin tin
- Muffin Liners
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 large ripe bananas mashed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts plus extra for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a large bowl, mix the mashed bananas, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups and sprinkle with additional walnuts on top if desired.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Customization: Add mini chocolate chips or a pinch of nutmeg for extra flavor.
- Serving Tip: Serve warm with butter or cream cheese for a cozy breakfast treat.
Nutrition
Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
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