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The Best Banana Bread Muffins (+VIDEO)

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Published February 14, 2020 by Jennifer. 7 Comments.
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A delicious twist on regular banana bread, these banana bread muffins are moist and full of flavor. We also add one secret ingredient that makes these muffins out of this world!! #bananabread #bananabreadmuffins #easyrecipe

Banana bread muffins are a pretty big deal in our house. Our entire family loves it when I make this recipe. Keep reading, and watch our quick video showing all of the steps for easy banana bread muffins.

Or you can just use the jump to recipe button below. It’s the perfect, moist, cake/bread combination!

The Best Banana Bread Muffins on a white plate.

The Best Banana Bread Muffins

The Best Banana Bread Muffins Recipe

We’ve perfected this recipe to make some of the best, extra large, perfectly baked, mouthwatering banana bread muffins EVER. Because bigger is better, right? I don’t take it lightly calling something THE BEST. I reserve that phrase for my absolute very, very best – and these banana bread muffins fit that mold.

What makes this the best recipe? First, these banana bread muffins are easy. I change things up and add a secret ingredient. It’s something rarely found in banana bread, but a common ingredient in baking. This moist banana muffin recipe will soon become a favorite.

Not only do all of the flavors combine perfectly, but the bread will stay moist and spongy for the perfect combination. I can’t wait for you to try this!

What are Banana Bread Muffins?

Banana Bread Muffins are cupcake sized banana bread. They are made in a muffin tin and are perfect for snacking, dessert, or for breakfast.

The most significant difference between my muffins and most is that I like to use the extra large muffin pan. Bigger is better and I like to bake them to perfection. Twenty-five minutes and you will have the most perfectly baked banana bread muffins, ever.

How do you Make Banana Muffins Moist?

These banana bread muffins are easy and moist by adding a third ripe banana to the recipe. I like to use overripe bananas for this recipe. Our secret ingredient and an EXTRA banana will keep the banana muffins the perfect, moist consistency you will love.

How do you Make Banana Muffins Fluffier?

You should mix dry ingredients first, and then the wet ingredients in a separate bowl. Do this before folding them together for the perfect dough. While this seems relatively meaningless, it is the best way to create the ideal, fluffy banana muffin dough.

  • mix dry ingredients
  • mix wet ingredients
  • fold wet ingredients into the dry flour mixture
  • mix everything completely
Banana Bread Muffins on a white serving tray.

The Best Banana Bread Muffins

What is The Secret Ingredient to the Best Banana Bread Muffins?

Our one little secret ingredient is something you probably already have in the kitchen. It makes the flavors meld perfectly into the realm of “is this cake or is this bread?” It’s so good, and it’s so simple.

It’s light brown sugar.

If you have never added this to your banana muffin recipe, I urge you to do so. It will quickly change the way you bake! The hint of molasses from the brown sugar takes this recipe to another level.

What Ingredients Do I Need to Make Banana Bread Muffins?

You will need a few ingredients on hand to make the best banana bread muffins:

  • all-purpose flour
  • white sugar
  • light brown sugar (the secret ingredient!)
  • baking powder
  • vanilla flavoring
  • mashed, ripe bananas
  • egg
  • melted butter

How to Make Banana Bread Muffins

Preheat oven. Mix the flour, sugars, and baking powder in a large bowl. Mix well and then set aside.

In a small mixing bowl add the mashed banana, vanilla, butter, and egg. Mix well.

Take the banana mixture and fold it into the flour mixture. Mix everything with a spoon and by hand. Do not use a mixer. This is one of the critical steps to keeping these banana bread muffins fluffy.

Make sure all of the ingredients are mixed well and form a dough. Use an ice-cream scoop to place the muffin dough mixture into a jumbo muffin tin.

Bake on 350 for exactly 25 minutes. However, you can start checking with toothpick inserted after 20 minutes. This should give you the perfect golden brown, fluffy banana muffins. Mine have always turned out great!

How to Make Banana Bread Muffins Healthier

Changing a couple of key ingredients can make this banana bread muffin recipe a little healthier. All without giving up the quality of the flavor.

You can substitute all-purpose flour with oat flour or coconut flour. If you want to skip the butter, add in 1/4 cup to 1/2 cups of unsweetened applesauce. It will blend well with the banana flavor.

How to Store Banana Bread Muffins

Store any leftover banana bread muffins in an airtight container. Keep them out of direct sunlight, and in a cool area out of direct heat. Because this recipe only makes a half dozen large muffins, the leftovers generally won’t be around long enough to keep!

You can store the freshly baked banana bread muffins sealed in an airtight container in the refrigerator after a few hours. They will keep for up to three days.

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The Best Banana Bread Muffins

How to Freeze Banana Bread Muffins

If you are making these in bulk or baking for a later date, you can quickly freeze any extras muffins. Wrap each muffin, and use a freezer-safe container. You can safely store these in the freezer for up to 2-3 months. To warm, place them in the microwave and heat for 30 seconds.

If you like this banana bread recipe, you might also like these other desserts:

  • Lemon Cake Mix Cookies
  • Skinny Chocolate Banana Bread
  • Brown Sugar Bundt Cake
  • Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
  • Pumpkin Muffins

Let me know if you get a chance to try this banana bread recipe! You can leave a comment below or tag me on Instagram @pinkwhenjen so I can see what you’re making. I love to see others share the recipes that I love and share with you.

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The Best Banana Bread Muffins

Jen @PinkWhen
These are the best banana bread muffins ever. Extra moist, extra large, and extra flavor. 
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Resting Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 369 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 3 bananas ripe, mashed
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla flavoring
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter

For Healthier Banana Muffins

  • 1 1/2 cup coconut or oat flour in place of all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup applesauce in place of butter

Instructions
 

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In a medium mixing bowl combine the flour, sugars, and baking powder. Mix the dry ingredients well and set aside.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine bananas, egg, butter, and vanilla flavoring. Mix together well. 
  • Using a wooden spoon, gently fold the wet ingredients into the flour mixture. Carefully combine until a dough is created. 
  • Use an ice-cream scooper to scoop the muffin mixture into a large muffin tin. Filling each opening about 1/2 to 1/3 of the way full.
  • Bake for 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. 

Notes

  1. For smaller muffin tins,  adjust the baking time to 12 minutes.
  2. Substitute oat flour or coconut flour for all-purpose flour.
  3. If not using butter, substitute 1/4 cup of applesauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 369kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 17mgPotassium: 435mgFiber: 2gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 395IUVitamin C: 5.1mgCalcium: 95mgIron: 1.9mg

*Nutritional information is a calculated guesstimate. Please note that this can change with different brands and modifications you may make to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements you're using with each recipe.

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