Prepare Time
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
- ½ cup salted butter, softened
- ¾ cup white sugar
- ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large ripe bananas
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (scooped and leveled), plus 1 extra teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup chopped walnuts, plus extra for optional garnish
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mash the bananas and beat them into the butter mixture along with the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until incorporated.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts, reserving some for garnish if desired.
- Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full. Sprinkle with reserved walnuts.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cook Notes
For an extra touch of flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg or substituting the whole milk with buttermilk.
Variations
- Keto Version: Substitute the sugars with a keto-friendly sweetener and the all-purpose flour with almond flour. Adjust milk to a keto-friendly option.
- Low-Carb Version: Reduce sugar and substitute the all-purpose flour with coconut flour, adjusting the milk as needed.
Nutrition Facts
Estimated nutritional values per muffin (varies with substitution and size):
- Calories: 210
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fat: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 16g
These Banana Walnut Muffins offer a deliciously sweet and nutty flavor that brings comfort and joy to any kitchen. Perfect for any level of baking expertise, they’re sure to become a cherished recipe in your collection.
