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Banana nut muffins are a beloved American treat, often enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack. They make use of overripe bananas, transforming them into a moist and flavorful baked good. This dish showcases the resourcefulness of home bakers, turning what might be waste into a delicious treat. Today, variations abound, with many adding chocolate chips or different nuts, but the classic version remains a staple in many households.

Ingredients

  • ripe bananas
  • all-purpose flour
  • sugar
  • baking soda
  • baking powder
  • salt
  • eggs
  • milk
  • vegetable oil
  • vanilla extract
  • chopped walnuts
  • cinnamon
  • nutmeg

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
  3. 3In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  4. 4Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas; mix well.
  5. 5In another bowl, combine all-purpose flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  6. 6Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  7. 7Fold in the chopped walnuts gently.
  8. 8Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  9. 9Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. 10Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
  11. 11Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.

Ingredient Alternatives

all-purpose flour

Healthier: whole wheat flour

Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

Healthier: honey

Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

chopped walnuts

Healthier: chopped pecans

Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pecans provide a similar flavor, while sunflower seeds are often cheaper.

Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment

muffin tinmixing bowlsfork or potato mashermeasuring cupsmeasuring spoonswire rack
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Also Known As

Banana Walnut MuffinsNutty Banana Muffins
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Double chocolate muffins are a beloved American treat, often enjoyed as a breakfast item or snack. They celebrate the rich flavors of chocolate, making them a favorite among chocolate lovers. Today, variations abound, with some incorporating nuts or different types of chocolate, but the classic recipe remains a staple in many households.

Ingredients

  • all-purpose flour
  • cocoa powder
  • baking powder
  • baking soda
  • salt
  • sugar
  • brown sugar
  • eggs
  • milk
  • vegetable oil
  • vanilla extract
  • chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. 2In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. 3In another bowl, mix the sugar, brown sugar, eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. 4Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  5. 5Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. 6Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  7. 7Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. 8Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
  9. 9Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Also Known As

Gluten Free & Vegan Double Chocolate Muffins

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with cooking spray.
  2. 2In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. 3In another bowl, mix the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. 4Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  5. 5Gently fold in the blueberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. 6Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  7. 7Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. 8Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Equipment

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