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Perfect Banana Muffins Recipe for a Moist Treat
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Perfect Banana Muffins Recipe for a Moist Treat

Tender domed muffins balance ripe banana flavor with warm spices. The addition of Greek yogurt and butter ensures ideal moisture and crumb texture.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 18 servings
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup melted butter
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 ripe bananas (mashed smooth)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Line 18 muffin tins with paper liners.
  3. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in mixing bowl.
  4. Whisk melted butter with brown sugar.
  5. Add room-temperature egg and Greek yogurt to butter mixture.
  6. Stir mashed bananas into wet ingredients until smooth.
  7. Gradually add dry ingredients mixture, mixing until just combined (avoid overmixing).
  8. Spoon batter into prepared tins (optional: add chocolate chips last 3 minutes of baking).
  9. Bake 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12g

Notes

Bananas with browned spots have higher sugar content.
Measure flour by spooning into cup, not scooping directly.
Avoid opening oven first 15 minutes of baking.
High-rising oats (5 tbsp) can replace bananas.
For gluten-free version, use 2 cups almond flour + ½ cup cornstarch.

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