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Moist Banana Muffins with Optional Nuts or Chocolate Chips Recipe

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  • Author: Diane
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 12 muffins
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These banana muffins are moist, flavorful, and easy to make, perfect for using up ripe bananas. This simple recipe is great for kids to help with and can be enjoyed plain or with additions like walnuts or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • ⅓ cup butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients needed for the recipe. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line each cup with paper liners to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Set this mixture aside for later.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large separate bowl, mash the ripe bananas well. Add the white sugar, egg, and melted butter, then mix until everything is thoroughly combined.
  4. Incorporate Dry into Wet: Gently fold the sifted dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture. Stir just until the batter is smooth and even; avoid overmixing to keep muffins tender.
  5. Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
  6. Bake Muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the muffin tops spring back when lightly pressed, indicating they are cooked through.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool briefly in the tin, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.

Notes

  • For extra flavor and texture, consider adding ½ cup of chopped walnuts or chocolate chips to the batter before baking.
  • Make sure bananas are very ripe for the best sweetness and moisture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain a light and tender muffin crumb.
  • The muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://eatwithdiane.com/moist-banana-muffins-with-optional-nuts-or-chocolate-chips-recipe/