Peanut Butter Banana Muffins (Printer View)

Fluffy muffins feature peanut butter and ripe bananas for a satisfying snack or breakfast.

# Components:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 2 large ripe bananas, mashed
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
04 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
05 - 1/2 cup whole milk
06 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

07 - 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
08 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
09 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Optional Add-ins

12 - 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped peanuts

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
02 - Whisk mashed bananas, eggs, peanut butter, melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth.
03 - In a separate bowl, blend together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
04 - Gently stir dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure tenderness.
05 - Fold in chocolate chips or chopped peanuts if desired.
06 - Distribute batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each approximately three-quarters full.
07 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
08 - Allow muffins to rest in the tin for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses up overripe bananas often forgotten on your counter
  • One bowl for wet and one for dry mixes so there is less mess
  • Great for making ahead and freezing
  • Customizable with add-ins like chocolate chips or chopped peanuts
02 -
  • Naturally sweetened mostly with fruit and brown sugar
  • A reliable way to use pantry staples
  • Ideal for make-ahead breakfasts and snacks
03 -
  • Measure your flour by spooning and leveling it into your cup so muffins stay light
  • Let your ingredients come to room temperature for even mixing and best rise
  • Do not overbake as soon as the muffins pass the toothpick test take them out so they stay moist and tender

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