Description

Start your day with these fluffy, naturally sweet Monkey Muffins made with ripe bananas and a handful of pantry staples. Perfect for busy mornings or a cozy weekend brunch.

Ingredients

Scale

3 ripe bananas, mashed (around 1 cup)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg, beaten
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and either grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas with the melted butter until smooth.
Add in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract; stir until everything is well blended.
Mix in the baking soda and salt just until incorporated.
Gently fold in the flour until the batter is combined. It’s okay if it’s a little lumpy.
Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are golden brown.
Cool the muffins in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter to keep your muffins light and fluffy. For extra flavor, mix in chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon. These muffins freeze well, making them a great grab-and-go option later on.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: banana muffins, monkey muffins, breakfast, easy muffins, kid-friendly