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Moist coffee cake banana bread muffins with a golden brown crust

Moist Coffee Cake Banana Bread Muffins

Delightful muffins combining rich banana flavor with a coffee cake twist, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Muffin Base Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup unsalted or salted butter, at room temperature Adds a rich flavor.
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar Enhances flavor and moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Base of the batter; no substitutions recommended.
  • 3 medium ripe bananas Should be overripe and freckled for best results.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Can reduce for less sweetness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances overall flavor.
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil Melted butter can be substituted.
  • 2 large eggs Provides structure.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Essential for rise.
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Adds sweetness for the glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons cream or milk Helps smooth out the glaze.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  4. To the mashed bananas, add butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  5. Gradually fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Spoon the batter into a lined muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Allow muffins to cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. For the glaze, mix powdered sugar, cream or milk, and vanilla extract, then drizzle on cooled muffins.

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding nuts or chocolate chips. These muffins are perfect for breakfast or as a snack.