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Banana Bread Muffins

Tender, sweet, and perfect for breakfast, these Banana Bread Muffins are a beloved favorite that use overripe bananas.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas Make sure they are very ripe with brown spots.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • a pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute some with whole wheat flour.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
  4. Mix in the baking soda and salt.
  5. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
  6. Finally, mix in the flour until just incorporated.
  7. Fill muffin cups with batter about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature. Pair with butter or cream cheese. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.