Description
These Banana Bread Mini Muffins are a delightful twist on classic banana bread, perfect for a quick snack or breakfast on the go. Soft, moist, and bursting with natural banana flavor, these mini muffins combine ripe bananas, melted butter, and simple pantry ingredients to create bite-sized treats that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the proper temperature while you prepare the batter.
- Prepare Mini Muffin Tin: Line your mini muffin tin with liners or lightly spray with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly. Stir in the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and ensure tender muffins.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full for proper rise and shape.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely to avoid sogginess.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the muffins tender and moist.
- Mini muffin tins yield smaller, quick-baking muffins that are perfect for portion control.
- Optionally, add nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
