Ingredients
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For the Muffins
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/4 cups)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1/4 cup milk (or a non-dairy alternative)
Optional Add-Ins
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts or walnuts
- 1/4 cup dried banana chips (for crunch)
For the Topping
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Equipment
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with nonstick spray.
- Mash the bananas in a medium bowl until smooth.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Set aside.
Step 3: Combine the Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, beat the peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, mashed bananas, oil, and milk until fully incorporated.
Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to dense muffins.
- Fold in any optional add-ins, such as chocolate chips or nuts, if desired.
Step 5: Fill the Muffin Tin
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Step 6: Add the Topping
- In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle it evenly over the muffin batter.
Step 7: Bake
- Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g