These moist and flavorful cinnamon banana bread muffins are perfect for breakfast or a snack. Easy to make and packed with the delicious taste of bananas and a hint of cinnamon.
Ingredients:
Wet Ingredients:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 ripe bananas, mashed
Dry Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional Mix-Ins:
1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
1/2 cup chocolate chips
Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well.
Prepare Wet Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until well combined.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Stir in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas until the mixture is smooth.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
Combine Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the optional mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips if using.
Fill Muffin Tins:
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
Add Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon.
Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the tops of the muffin batter.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes:
Storage: Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Ripe Bananas: For the best flavor, use very ripe bananas with brown spots.
Customization: Feel free to add other mix-ins like dried fruit or shredded coconut for additional flavor and texture.
Enjoy your delicious cinnamon banana bread muffins! 🧁🍌