%3Amax_bytes(150000)%3Astrip_icc()%2F4479074-2c76713874dd47df9ba1726e9c39bc02.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Ultimate Banana Muffins
Prep
15 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
12
Difficulty
Medium
These Ultimate Banana Muffins are my go to recipe whenever I've got overripe bananas sitting on the counter. They come together in just 15 minutes of prep, and you'll have warm, delicious muffins ready to eat in under 40 minutes total. The best part? You probably already have everything in your pantry right now. Bananas are packed with potassium and natural sweetness, so you can feel good about serving these to your family. Whether you add walnuts for extra crunch or keep them plain, these muffins are soft, moist, and absolutely irresistible.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 11 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 11 teaspoon baking powder
- 11 teaspoon baking soda
- 11 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon salt
- 11 pinch ground nutmeg
- 33 bananas (ripe or very ripe work best)
- ½ cup white sugar½ cup white sugar
- ⅓ cup butter, melted⅓ cup butter, melted
- ¼ cup lightly packed brown sugar¼ cup lightly packed brown sugar
- 11 large egg
- 11 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts (Optional)¼ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a muffin tin.
- 2
Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg together in a small bowl.
- 3
Mash bananas in a large bowl. Mix in white sugar, melted butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Fold in flour mixture until just combined. Fold walnuts into the batter.
- 4
Divide batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
- 5
Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes.
Recipe Variations
Get AI-powered ingredient substitution suggestions.
You Might Also Like
Griddled harissa halloumi with lentil, pomegranate, courgette & mint
This is one of my go to dishes when I want something that feels special but doesn't demand hours in the kitchen. The beauty of it is that everything comes together in under 40 minutes, so it's perfect for a weeknight dinner that still impresses. I love how the warm, salty halloumi contrasts with the bright pomegranate and fresh mint, while the harissa adds this wonderful spiced kick. Puy lentils are a real winner here too, packed with fibre and protein to keep you satisfied. It's simple, vibrant, and honestly costs far less than ordering takeaway.
Tropical Quinoa (Ww)
This tropical quinoa bowl has become my go to weeknight dinner because it comes together in just forty minutes and tastes like a mini vacation on a plate. Quinoa is one of my favorite ingredients since it's a complete protein with all nine essential amino acids, making it so satisfying and perfect for keeping energy levels steady. The combination of papaya, red bell pepper, and fresh cilantro brings vibrant flavors and colors, while the rice wine vinegar and orange zest add just the right brightness. Best part is the ingredient list is simple and affordable, yet feels fancy enough to impress anyone at your table.
Yuzu Collins
Have you tried a Yuzu Collins? This is my go to drink when I want something refreshing that comes together in just five minutes. The yuzu juice adds this beautiful citrus brightness that feels fancy but honestly couldn't be easier to make. I love that yuzu is packed with vitamin C, so you're basically getting a little immune boost while you enjoy your cocktail. It's the kind of drink that impresses friends without requiring any special bartending skills, perfect for a casual evening at home.
Reviews
Sign in to write a review.