Description
Soft, moist, and naturally sweet mini banana muffins made with ripe bananas. Perfect for toddlers, breakfast, or a quick snack. Can be made with 1–2 bananas, healthy ingredients, or even in an air fryer for convenience.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (for ~12 mini muffins):
For the Muffins:
1–2 ripe bananas, mashed
1 large egg
½ cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat for a healthier option)
2 tablespoons sugar or honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
¼ teaspoon baking powder (optional, for fluffiness)
Pinch of salt
2 tablespoons melted butter or oil
Optional Add-ins:
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ cup mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Prep Oven & Muffin Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a mini muffin pan with paper liners.
Step 2: Mash Bananas
In a medium bowl, mash bananas until smooth. Add egg, melted butter, and sugar/honey; mix until combined.
Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder (if using), salt, and cinnamon. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
Step 4: Fill Muffin Pan
Spoon batter into prepared mini muffin cups, filling about ¾ full. Optionally sprinkle with chocolate chips or nuts.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 12–15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- Air Fryer Version: Cook at 320°F (160°C) for 10–12 minutes using silicone muffin cups.
- 1 Banana Version: Slightly reduce flour to maintain moistness.
- Healthy Version: Use whole wheat flour, skip sugar, and add unsweetened applesauce if desired.
- Make Ahead: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Snack / Dessert
- Method: Baked / Air Fryer Optional
- Cuisine: American