Banana Nut Muffins Recipe (Moist & Delicious)
Banana Nut Muffins are a classic, moist, and flavorful breakfast or snack option that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the crunch of nuts. This Banana Nut Muffins recipe is easy to prepare, perfect for beginners, and ideal for any occasion.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or spoon
- Muffin tin or silicone molds
- Paper muffin liners
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Fork or potato masher (for bananas)
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- ⅓ cup melted butter or vegetable oil
- ½ cup sugar (or coconut sugar)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
Add-ins
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- ¼ cup chocolate chips or raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Stir well and set aside.
- In another bowl, mash the bananas with a fork. Add melted butter, sugar, egg (or flax egg), and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Do not overmix—just combine until there are no large flour streaks.
- Fold in chopped walnuts or pecans. Add chocolate chips or raisins if desired.
- Divide the batter evenly among 12 muffin cups. Fill each about ¾ full.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy as breakfast, snack, or dessert!
Notes
Please note: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using an online nutrition calculator.