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Easy One-Bowl Banana Muffins

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A simple, forgiving, and delicious banana muffin recipe perfect for beginner bakers, made with just one bowl and staple pantry ingredients. These muffins come together quickly and offer a moist, flavorful treat with a warm cinnamon and vanilla touch.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ⅓ cup (75g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional add-ins: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans, ½ cup chocolate chips, 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with non-stick spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash 3 ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth but still a bit chunky (about 1-2 minutes).
  3. Add 1 large egg, ⅓ cup melted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir gently until combined.
  4. Sprinkle in 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt directly into the wet mixture.
  5. Fold the ingredients together gently with a wooden spoon or spatula just until no dry flour remains. Avoid overmixing.
  6. If using, fold in optional mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips (about ½ cup).
  7. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes, checking at 18 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough muffins. Use very ripe bananas for best flavor and moisture. Room temperature egg and melted butter help the batter come together smoothly. Bake immediately after mixing for best texture. Tent with foil if muffins brown too quickly in the last 5 minutes.

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