Description
Soft, moist, and naturally sweet mini banana muffins made with ripe bananas. Perfect as a healthy snack, toddler-friendly treat, or quick breakfast option. These muffins can be made with one or two bananas depending on your sweetness and moisture preference.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (makes about 12 mini muffins):
For the Muffins:
1 cup all-purpose flour (or half whole wheat for a healthier option)
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 large ripe banana (or 2 for extra sweetness)
⅓ cup granulated sugar (optional, depending on banana ripeness)
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil)
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons milk or yogurt
Optional Mix-ins:
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare Oven and Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a mini muffin pan with paper liners or lightly grease.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon if using.
Step 3: Mash Banana and Combine Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, mash the banana(s) until smooth. Add sugar, melted butter, egg, vanilla, and milk or yogurt. Mix until well combined.
Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix to keep muffins tender.
Step 5: Bake Muffins
Spoon batter into the mini muffin cups, filling about ¾ full. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Banana Ripeness: The riper the banana, the sweeter and more moist the muffins.
- Mini Version: Standard recipe makes 12 mini muffins; double the recipe for a larger batch.
- Make Ahead: Muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Toddler-Friendly: Skip sugar and chocolate chips for a healthy toddler snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Snack / Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American