Banana Crunch Muffins
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 pound unsalted butter
melted and cooled
- 2 extra-large eggs
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
2 bananas
- 1 cup medium-diced ripe bananas
1 banana
- 1 cup small-diced walnuts
- 1 cup granola
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- Dried banana chips
granola, or shredded coconut, optional
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- 2
Line 18 large muffin cups with paper liners. Sift the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Add the melted butter and blend. Combine the eggs, milk, vanilla, and mashed bananas, and add them to the flour-and-butter mixture. Scrape the bowl and blend well. Don't overmix.
- 3
Fold the diced bananas, walnuts, granola, and coconut into the batter. Spoon the batter into the paper liners, filling each 1 to the top. Top each muffin with dried banana chips, granola, or coconut, if desired. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the tops are brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool slightly, remove from the pan, and serve.
Banana Crunch Muffins
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About this Recipe
Craving a banana muffin that’s anything but basic? These Banana Crunch Muffins deliver an explosion of texture and rich flavor, transforming a classic into an extraordinary treat perfect for any time of day. This recipe promises a deeply satisfying experience, moving beyond your typical bake.
What makes these muffins truly special is the thoughtful combination of ingredients. You'll find both mashed and diced ripe bananas, ensuring every bite is moist and packed with intense banana flavor, alongside delightful pockets of soft fruit. The generous additions of crunchy walnuts, hearty granola, and sweet shredded coconut provide layers of texture that live up to the “crunch” in the name, while melted unsalted butter ensures a wonderfully tender, melt-in-your-mouth crumb.
Expect a muffin that's robust and comforting, with a golden-brown top and a tender, moist interior. Each bite offers a delightful interplay of soft banana, satisfying crunch from the walnuts and granola, and a subtle tropical sweetness from the coconut. They're substantial enough to be a hearty breakfast, yet sweet enough to be a welcome afternoon pick-me-up. The optional sprinkle of dried banana chips, extra granola, or shredded coconut on top before baking adds a beautiful visual appeal and an extra textural pop.
Customizing these Banana Crunch Muffins is simple. Feel free to swap walnuts for pecans or even a mix of your favorite nuts. If coconut isn't your preference, you can easily omit it or substitute it with an equal amount of additional granola for even more crunch. For a different twist, a sprinkle of chocolate chips could be added alongside the other mix-ins.
These muffins are an ideal companion for your morning coffee or tea, or a perfect portable snack. Serve them warm for the best experience, perhaps with a pat of butter, though they are perfectly delicious on their own.