The BEST Banana Nut Muffins
Ingredients
- Non-stick cooking spray
- 3-4 bananas
mashed
- ¼ c. unsalted butter
melted
- ¼ c. milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 t. vanilla
- ½ c. brown sugar
- ½ c. sugar
- 2 c. all-purpose flour
- 1 t. salt
- 1 t. baking soda
- 1 c. walnuts
chopped + extra to top muffins before baking, if desired
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a standard muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
- 2
Add the mashed bananas, melted butter, and milk to a large mixing bowl. Mix to combine.
- 3
Beat in the egg and vanilla, and brown sugar.
- 4
Add in the remaining dry ingredients and fold in until just mixed. Then, fold in the walnuts.
- 5
Fill muffin pan cups to about 4/5 full. Top with additional walnuts, if desired.
- 6
Place in the pre-heated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean. Remove from oven and cool for at least 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
The BEST Banana Nut Muffins
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About this Recipe
Do you have a few very ripe bananas sitting on your counter, practically begging to be baked? This recipe for The BEST Banana Nut Muffins is your delicious solution, promising a batch of incredibly soft, buttery, and utterly satisfying muffins that make perfect use of those sweet, spotted fruits.
What sets these muffins apart is their exceptional texture—a result of the perfect balance of wet and dry ingredients, including creamy mashed bananas, melted butter, and a duo of sugars. This careful combination ensures each muffin bakes up wonderfully moist and tender, packed with that beloved banana flavor and a delightful nutty crunch from the walnuts.
From the moment you pull them from the oven, your kitchen will be filled with the comforting, sweet fragrance of warm banana bread. You can expect a muffin that is deeply golden brown, boasting a beautiful domed top. Each bite reveals a wonderfully soft and rich interior, studded generously with crunchy walnuts that provide a delightful textural counterpoint to the tender crumb. The flavor is a harmonious blend of sweet, ripe banana and subtle nutty notes, making these a truly satisfying treat that tastes homemade in the best possible way.
While chopped walnuts are a traditional and delicious choice, don't hesitate to make these muffins your own. You could easily swap the walnuts for pecans or, for a different flavor profile, fold in a half cup of mini chocolate chips. If nuts aren't your preference, simply omit them for a pure banana experience.
These comforting banana nut muffins are ideal for a leisurely weekend breakfast, a quick grab-and-go snack, or a delightful accompaniment to your morning coffee or afternoon tea. They're also wonderful packed in lunchboxes or shared with friends.