Description
Delight in the wholesome goodness of these Mini Banana Muffins, perfect for snacking anytime! This easy recipe transforms overripe bananas into sweet, fluffy treats that everyone will love. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and packed with flavor, these muffins are not only kid-friendly but also customizable to suit your preferences. Add in some nuts or chocolate chips for a fun twist! They’re great for breakfast, snacks, or even parties. Plus, they can easily be adjusted to fit gluten-free and dairy-free diets. Bake a batch today and enjoy the delicious aroma filling your kitchen!
Ingredients
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- 2 medium-large ripe bananas, mashed
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- ⅓ cup melted butter or dairy-free alternative
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon fine salt
- ¼ cup optional mix-ins like mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or chopped dates
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a mini muffin pan.
- In a bowl, mix mashed bananas, maple syrup, melted butter, egg, and vanilla.
- Combine dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in another bowl.
- Stir dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; fold in optional mix-ins if desired.
- Fill muffin cups with batter and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly browned.
- Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (35g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg