Description
Maple-Sweetened Banana Muffins are a delightful treat that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich flavor of pure maple syrup. These muffins are easy to make and perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack. With their moist texture and inviting aroma, they’ll fill your kitchen with warmth and happiness. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or store them for later—either way, they’re sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted butter or vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin by greasing it or lining it with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth, then stir in melted butter (or oil), maple syrup, and egg until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and optional cinnamon.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Distribute the batter evenly into muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg