Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Monkey Muffins, where ripe bananas meet warm spices for a comforting treat. These soft, fluffy muffins are perfect for breakfast or a cozy afternoon snack, evoking nostalgic moments spent in the kitchen. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, they are sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add sugar, eggs, and melted butter to the bananas. Whisk until combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nuts if using.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Spoon batter into muffin tins and bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Check with a toothpick for doneness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg