Description
Winter Banana Nut Muffins are a delightful winter treat that combine the sweetness of ripe bananas with the crunch of nuts, creating a cozy and satisfying snack. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up, these muffins are soft, moist, and easy to make. The irresistible aroma that fills your kitchen while they bake invites everyone to gather around. With simple ingredients and customizable options—like swapping in your favorite nuts or adding chocolate chips—these muffins cater to every taste. Enjoy them warm out of the oven or save some for later; each bite delivers a comforting burst of flavor that’s sure to become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (or nuts of choice)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin or line it with muffin liners.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas and melted butter; mix well.
- Stir in baking soda and salt until fully incorporated.
- Add sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate flour until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in walnuts or preferred nuts.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow cooling slightly before transferring muffins to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (50g)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg