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Cinnamon Banana Bread Muffins

Cinnamon Banana Bread Muffins You'll Crave Every Morning

These Cinnamon Banana Bread Muffins combine the comfort of classic banana bread in a muffin shape, making them a perfect breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 21 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the muffins; consider substituting brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable or Canola Oil Adds moisture and richness; can use melted butter or coconut oil.
  • 2 large Large Eggs Provides structure and moisture.
  • 3 medium Mashed Ripe Banana Best to use very ripe, browned bananas.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor profile.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour for added nutrition.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Essential spice for flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Salted Butter Adds richness when dipped into cinnamon sugar mixture.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (for topping) Creates a sweet and crunchy coating.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (for topping) Essential for classic cinnamon flavor.

Equipment

  • Muffin Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Spoon or Ice Cream Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin pan by greasing it or lining it with muffin liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth.
  3. Gently stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  4. Sprinkle all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt over the mixture and stir until just combined.
  5. Evenly distribute the muffin batter into the prepared muffin pan, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake for 16 to 21 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Melt salted butter and mix granulated sugar with ground cinnamon. Dip the tops of cooled muffins into the melted butter then into the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and avoid overmixing to prevent dense muffins. Feel free to add chocolate chips or nuts for variation.

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