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Banana Walnut Muffins: A Complete Guide

Banana walnut muffins are a beloved treat, blending sweet, spiced banana with crunchy walnuts for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Here’s a simple, step-by-step guide to baking these delightful muffins at home.

Ingredients:

- 2 ripe bananas, mashed

- 1/3 cup melted butter (or 1/4 cup oil for a vegan option)

- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)

- 1 large egg

- 1 tsp vanilla extract

- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

- 1 tsp baking soda

- 1/2 tsp salt

- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional, for warmth)

- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions:

1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.

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, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Add to the wet mixture and fold gently until *just* combined—overmixing leads to tough muffins.

4. Add Walnuts: Fold in chopped walnuts, reserving a few for topping.

5. Bake: Divide batter evenly among the muffin cups. Top with remaining walnuts. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

6. Cool: Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips: For extra moisture, add a tablespoon of Greek yogurt or applesauce. These muffins stay fresh for 3 days in an airtight container or can be frozen for longer storage. Enjoy them as a breakfast snack or dessert—their comforting flavor never disappoints!