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Irresistibly Moist Banana Muffins

Delight in these fluffy, sweet, and banana-flavored muffins that are perfect for any meal or dessert!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 large ripe bananas, mashed The riper the bananas, the sweeter the muffins.
  • 1/3 cup melted coconut oil (or vegetable oil) Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 1/2 cup sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference.
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • pinch salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans (optional) Fold into the batter if using.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it with oil.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, melted coconut oil, sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Stir well until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, toss together the baking soda, salt, and flour.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, avoiding overmixing.
  6. Fold in the nuts if using.
  7. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with batter.
Baking
  1. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  2. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

To ensure perfect muffins, use ripe bananas, monitor baking time closely, and let muffins cool completely before storing.