Easy Banana Muffin Recipe Without Baking Powder
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Description
Banana muffins are a classic breakfast item that everybody loves. However, not everybody has baking powder in their pantry. Fear not, because we have an easy banana muffin recipe without baking powder that is just as delicious and fluffy. This recipe requires only a few ingredients and is perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.Prep Time
10 minutesCook Time
20 minutesIngredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Equipment
- Muffin tin
- Muffin liners
- Bowl
- Fork or whisk
- Oven
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork or whisk until smooth.
- Add the melted butter to the mashed bananas and mix well.
- Add the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix until well combined.
- Sift in the flour, baking soda, and salt to the bowl and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Scoop the batter into the muffin liners, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- If you don't have muffin liners, you can also grease the muffin tin with butter or oil.
- Feel free to add in some chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit to the batter for added texture and flavor.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition Info
- Calories: 194
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Sugar: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
Recipes FAQ
Can I substitute baking powder for baking soda?
No, baking powder and baking soda are not interchangeable in this recipe. Baking soda reacts with the acid in the bananas to create the leavening effect in the muffins.Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour?
Yes, you can substitute whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour, but the muffins may be denser and have a slightly different texture.Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can substitute margarine for butter, but the flavor and texture may be slightly different.Recipe Tips
- Make sure your bananas are ripe and soft for the best flavor and texture in the muffins.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in tough muffins.
- If you want to make these muffins even healthier, you can substitute the sugar with honey or maple syrup.
- These muffins are perfect for freezing. Simply wrap them in plastic wrap and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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