Hey there, muffin lover! Ready to whip up some incredibly moist and delicious banana muffins? Let’s dive into this fun and easy recipe that will have your taste buds dancing with joy!
#### Ingredients:
– **3 ripe bananas** (the riper, the better!)
– **1/3 cup melted butter** (unsalted)
– **1 teaspoon baking soda**
– **Pinch of salt**
– **3/4 cup sugar** (adjust to your taste)
– **1 large egg** (beaten)
– **1 teaspoon vanilla extract**
– **1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour**
#### Instructions:
1. **Preheat Your Oven:**
– Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Get your muffin tin ready by lining it with paper liners or greasing it lightly.
2. **Mash the Bananas:**
– Peel those ripe bananas and pop them into a large mixing bowl. Grab a fork or potato masher and mash them up until smooth. No lumps allowed!
3. **Mix in the Wet Ingredients:**
– Pour in the melted butter and stir well. Then, add the beaten egg and vanilla extract. Give it all a good mix until everything is nicely combined.
4. **Add the Dry Ingredients:**
– Sprinkle in the baking soda and salt first, making sure they’re evenly distributed. Then, add the sugar and mix it in. Finally, gently fold in the flour until no streaks remain. Be careful not to overmix!
5. **Fill the Muffin Tin:**
– Using a spoon or an ice cream scoop, fill each muffin cup about 3/4 full with the batter. This will give them room to rise and get that perfect muffin top.
6. **Bake to Perfection:**
– Pop the muffin tin into your preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a muffin; if it comes out clean, they’re ready!
7. **Cool and Enjoy:**
– Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely (if you can wait that long!). Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
#### Tips for Muffin Magic:
– **Banana Ripeness:** The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your muffins will be.
– **Add-Ins:** Feel free to toss in some chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit to customize your muffins.
– **Storage:** Keep your muffins fresh by storing them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze them for longer storage.
Now you’re all set to bake the most delightful, moist banana muffins ever. Happy baking, and enjoy every delicious bite!
