Banana muffin recipe

Banana Muffins: A Step-by-Step Guide

Banana muffins are a beloved treat, perfect for breakfast or a snack. Here’s a simple, foolproof recipe to yield soft, moist muffins every time.

Ingredients:

- 2 ripe bananas, mashed

- 1/3 cup melted butter

- 3/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)

- 1 large egg, beaten

- 1 tsp vanilla extract

- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

- 1 tsp baking soda

- ½ tsp salt

- Optional: ½ cup chocolate chips, walnuts, or cinnamon.

Instructions:

1. Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.

2. Mix wet ingredients: In a bowl, combine mashed bananas, melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth.

3. Combine dry ingredients: In another bowl, sift flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until *just* combined—overmixing leads to tough muffins.

4. Add extras: Gently fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.

5. Bake: Spoon batter into liners, filling each ¾ full. Bake 18–20 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Tips: Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer freshness. Enjoy these golden, fragrant muffins plain or with a pat of butter!