Easy Banana Bread Muffins

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There’s something incredibly comforting about the aroma of freshly baked banana bread muffins filling the kitchen. At Edible Talks, we believe that food isn’t just about nourishment—it’s about creating delicious moments that bring joy to your day. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just getting started, banana bread muffins are a foolproof treat that never fails to impress.

In this post, we’ll explore a variety of banana bread muffin recipes, from the classic version to unique twists like chocolate chip, peanut butter, and healthy oat-based options. So grab those ripe bananas, preheat your oven, and let’s dive into the wonderful world of banana bread muffins!

Happy Baking! 😊🍌

Introduction

Banana Bread Muffins are soft, moist, and flavourful muffins made with ripe bananas, offering the classic taste of banana bread in a convenient, bite-sized form. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, these bread muffins are easy to prepare and can be customized with add-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or cinnamon for extra flavor. Enjoy them freshly baked or store them for a quick and delicious treat anytime! 🍌

Here are six different delicious and unique banana bread muffin recipes, which you can make both in the oven and without the oven. Each recipe has complete ingredients and detailed instructions so that you can easily prepare delicious Banana Bread Muffins.

1. Classic Banana Bread Muffins

This is the easiest and most traditional banana muffin recipe, which is soft, delicious and fragrant.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
• 1 ½ cups flour
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 egg
• ⅓ cup butter (melted)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla essence

Instructions:

Oven baking method:

• Preheat oven to 180°C.
• Place muffin cups in muffin trays or lightly grease them.
• In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon.
• In another bowl, mix together the bananas, sugar, egg, butter and vanilla essence.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and fold well, do not overmix.
• Pour the batter into the muffin liners and bake for 18-20 minutes, until the tops are golden brown.

To bake without an oven (in a pan or skillet):

• Place a layer of salt or sand in a large saucepan or skillet and heat, covered, for 10 minutes.
• Pour the muffin batter into small steel cups and place them on a stand or plate in the saucepan.
• Cover and bake over low heat for 30-35 minutes.
• Check by inserting a toothpick, if it comes out clean, the muffins are done!

2. Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins

This recipe is especially great for kids because it includes chocolate chips that add a delicious flavor.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
• 1 ½ cups flour
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 egg
• ⅓ cup butter (melted)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla essence
• ½ cup chocolate chips

Recipe:

• Follow all classic muffin recipe, adding chocolate chips at the end and mixing.
• Bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes or bake in a pan without an oven for 30-35 minutes.

3. Walnut Banana Muffins

The crunchy walnut pieces make these muffins even more fragrant and delicious.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
• 1 ½ cups flour
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 egg
• ⅓ cup butter (melted)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla essence
• ½ cup chopped walnuts

Recipe:

• Follow classic muffin recipe, adding walnuts at the end and folding in lightly.
• Bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes or bake in a pan without an oven for 30-35 minutes.

4. Honey and Oat Banana Muffins

These are healthy muffins that are a great choice for breakfast.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
• 1 ¼ cup flour
• ½ cup oats
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ⅓ cup honey
• 1 egg
• ⅓ cup oil
• ½ teaspoon vanilla essence

Recipe:

• Preheat oven or griddle.
• Mix dry ingredients (flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, salt).
• In another bowl, mix bananas, honey, eggs, oil, and vanilla.
• Mix both mixtures and bake in oven or griddle.

5. Coconut and Almond Banana Muffins

The aroma of coconut and almonds makes this recipe special.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
• 1 ½ cups flour
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 egg
• ⅓ cup butter (melted)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla essence
• ½ cup chopped almonds
• ¼ cup desiccated coconut

Recipe:

• Mix as for classic muffins, adding almonds and coconut at the end.
• Bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes or in a casserole dish without an oven for 30-35 minutes.

6. Cinnamon and Honey Banana Muffins

The perfect combination of cinnamon and honey makes these muffins very fragrant.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
• 1 ½ cups flour
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 egg
• ⅓ cup butter (melted)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla essence
• ½ cup honey
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Recipe:

• Mix all the ingredients and pour into a muffin tray.
• Bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes or in a pan without an oven for 30-35 minutes.

Important tips for baking without an oven:

•  Be sure to add salt or sand to the tray so that the heat is distributed evenly.
• Place the muffin tray on a stand, not directly, otherwise it may burn.
• Keep the lid tightly closed to retain heat inside.
• Check with a toothpick, if it comes out clean, the muffins are ready.

Now bake in the oven if you want or without an oven, you can easily make delicious banana bread muffins at home! 😍🍌