Best 4 Easy Banana Spice Muffins Recipes

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Indulge your senses with the delectable aroma of freshly baked Banana Spice Muffins, a delightful treat that combines the sweet goodness of ripe bananas with the warmth of aromatic spices. These tender and moist muffins are bursting with flavor, making them the perfect grab-and-go breakfast, afternoon snack, or delightful dessert. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe ensures a hassle-free baking experience, yielding a dozen golden-brown muffins that will disappear as quickly as they appear. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that promises both pleasure and satisfaction.

This article provides two variations of the classic Banana Spice Muffin recipe, each offering unique flavor combinations that cater to different preferences. The Original Banana Spice Muffins are a timeless classic, featuring a harmonious blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger that complements the natural sweetness of bananas. For those seeking a more indulgent experience, the Chocolate Chunk Banana Spice Muffins are an irresistible delight, combining the timeless flavors of banana and chocolate with a hint of spice. Both recipes result in moist, flavorful muffins that are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

BASIC BANANA MUFFINS



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This banana muffin recipe goes over so well with kids. Not only are these banana bread muffins like cupcakes, but they're ready, start to finish, in just half an hour! -Lorna Greene, Harrington, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 medium ripe bananas
1 large egg, room temperature
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients. In another bowl, mash the bananas. Add egg, oil and vanilla; mix well. Stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups half full. , Bake at 375° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 209mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BANANA MUFFINS II



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These delicious banana muffins are easy for kids to make.

Provided by ABI_GODFREY

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Banana Muffin Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
3 large bananas, mashed
¾ cup white sugar
1 egg
⅓ cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat muffin pans with non-stick spray, or use paper liners. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
  • Combine bananas, sugar, egg, and melted butter in a large bowl. Fold in flour mixture, and mix until smooth. Scoop into muffin pans.
  • Bake in preheated oven. Bake mini muffins for 10 to 15 minutes, and large muffins for 25 to 30 minutes. Muffins will spring back when lightly tapped.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 29.1 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 274.6 mg, Sugar 16.7 g

EASY BANANA MUFFINS



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They raise well, don't stick, and taste great!

Provided by Easter Bunny

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Whole Wheat Muffin Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray (such as Baker's Joy®)
¾ cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
4 bananas, mashed
½ cup white sugar
⅓ cup canola oil
¼ cup brown sugar
1 egg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray 16 muffin cups with cooking spray.
  • Sift all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl.
  • Mix bananas, white sugar, canola oil, brown sugar, and egg together in a separate large bowl; fold banana mixture into flour mixture until just incorporated. Scoop batter into prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until muffins spring back when lightly tapped in the middle, 14 to 16 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 11.6 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 187.8 mg, Sugar 13.3 g

SPICED BANANA NUT MUFFINS



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If you just have time for a muffin in the morning, make it a good one. These banana and spice-flavored treats from our Test Kitchen offer home-baked goodness in no time.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 egg
1/4 cup egg substitute
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2 to 3 medium)
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
3 tablespoons canola oil
1/3 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Combine the egg, egg substitute, bananas, applesauce and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. , Coat muffin cups with cooking spray; fill two-thirds full with batter. Sprinkle with nuts. Bake at 375° for 15-18 minutes or until muffins spring back when lightly touched. Cook for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your muffins will be.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the muffins tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Grease your muffin tins well: This will help prevent the muffins from sticking.
  • Fill the muffin cups about 2/3 full: This will allow the muffins to rise properly.
  • Bake the muffins at 350°F for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: Keep an eye on the muffins towards the end of baking to prevent overbaking.
  • Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely: This will help prevent them from breaking.

Conclusion:

These banana spice muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They're perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. With their sweet banana flavor and warm spices, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you have some ripe bananas on hand, be sure to give this recipe a try!

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