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Best Ever Banana Nut Muffins Recipe

Best Ever Banana Nut Muffins

These moist banana nut muffins are made with three ripe bananas, melted butter, and chopped walnuts or pecans. They bake into 12 tender, golden muffins with lightly crisp tops and a soft banana-rich center.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Muffin Batter
  • 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 3 bananas Ripe bananas, mashed
  • 3/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 egg Large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/3 cup Unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/2 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.
  2. Whisk the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in a medium bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the mashed bananas, granulated sugar, lightly beaten egg, and melted butter that has cooled slightly.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture and stir just until combined. A few small lumps are acceptable, so do not continue mixing once the flour disappears.
  5. Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans gently and evenly.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds to three-quarters full.
  7. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the muffin tops are lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool the muffins in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to finish cooling.

Notes

For the fullest banana flavor, use bananas with plenty of brown or black spotting. Toast the walnuts or pecans for a few minutes before chopping if desired. Optional additions include 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon.