Description
Delight in these moist and flavorful Cinnamon Sugar Banana Muffins, perfect for a quick breakfast or a tasty snack. Made with ripe bananas and warm spices, these muffins feature a buttery cinnamon sugar topping that adds a sweet, crunchy finish.
Ingredients
Batter
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Topping
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin by lining it with paper liners or lightly greasing it to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas with granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, milk, vanilla extract, and the large egg. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Mix Batter: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture, stirring just until blended. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Bake Muffins: Place the muffin tin into the preheated oven and bake for 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Cool Muffins: Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5 to 10 minutes to set.
- Prepare Topping Mixture: While the muffins are cooling, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl to create the topping.
- Apply Topping: Brush each muffin top generously with melted butter and then sprinkle or dip it into the cinnamon sugar mixture, ensuring a well-coated, flavorful crust.
- Serve: Enjoy the muffins warm or at room temperature for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For extra flavor and texture, consider adding 1/2 cup of mini chocolate chips or chopped walnuts to the batter before baking.
- These muffins freeze very well and can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months, making them a convenient make-ahead treat.