Banana Nut Muffins
Ingredients
- 3-4 large ripe bananas
about 1 & 1/2 cups mashed
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/4 cups chopped nuts)
divided (I recommend walnuts or pecans
Directions
- 1
Mash the bananas in a blender, mixing bowl with mixer or with potato masher.
- 2
In a mixing bowl combine the mashed bananas, vegetable oil, brown sugar, egg and vanilla extract. Stir to combine with a spatula or mixer on low.
- 3
Add in the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt, stir together with a spatula or mix on low. Add in 3/4 cup of nuts - reserve the remaining 1/2 cup for the top of the muffins. Stir until combined.
- 4
Cover the bowl with a towel and allow the batter to rest for 15 minutes. During this time, preheat the oven to 425ºF.
- 5
Line a muffin pan with muffin liners. Fill the liners to the top with batter. Yes - to the top! Press the remaining 1/2 cup of nuts onto the tops of the muffins. Add sanding sugar if desired.
- 6
Bake for 9 minutes at 425ºF, then keeping the muffins in the oven turn the temperature down to 375ºF and bake for 13-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before moving them to a cooling rack.
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About this Recipe
Craving those irresistible, bakery-style banana nut muffins right from your own kitchen? This recipe makes it incredibly easy to achieve impressive, big-domed muffins loaded with satisfying nuts, perfect for any occasion.
What sets these banana nut muffins apart is their ability to deliver that classic bakery experience with minimal effort. By combining naturally sweet, ripe bananas with a generous amount of chopped nuts, you get a harmonious blend of flavors and textures in every bite. This simple approach ensures a consistently delicious result that truly impresses with those big domed muffin tops loaded with nuts.
Prepare for a delightful sensory experience with these easy banana nut muffins. Each bite offers a moist, tender crumb infused with the sweet aroma of ripe bananas and a hint of warm cinnamon. The generous addition of nuts provides a wonderful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft interior, all crowned by a gloriously domed top. You'll find them incredibly satisfying, making them a perfect treat or a wonderful way to start your day.
While this recipe shines as is, you have flexibility with the nuts. The recipe suggests using walnuts or pecans for their classic flavor and texture. Feel free to use your favorite between these two, ensuring they are roughly chopped to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
These bakery-style banana nut muffins are ideal for a cozy breakfast, a comforting snack, or a delightful addition to your brunch spread. Serve them simply with a cup of coffee or tea, allowing their rich banana and nutty flavors to shine.