Coffee Cake Banana Bread Muffins

Coffee Cake Banana Bread Muffins

If you love the flavors of banana bread and coffee cake, you’ll adore these Coffee Cake Banana Bread Muffins! This delightful treat combines the moistness of ripe bananas with the sweetness of a crumbly topping. Perfect for breakfast or a simple snack, these muffins are sure to brighten your day.

Why Make This Recipe

These Coffee Cake Banana Bread Muffins are not only delicious but also easy to make. Using ripe bananas ensures natural sweetness and moisture in the muffins. Plus, the crunchy topping adds a lovely texture that makes each bite special. They are great for sharing or keeping for yourself!

How to Make Coffee Cake Banana Bread Muffins

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3 ripe bananas (the spottier, the better, mashed)
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/3 cup melted butter (unsalted, cooled)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• For the topping:
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp cold butter (cubed)

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until they are chunky.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients: mashed bananas, sugar, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
6. For the topping, mix the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon together in a small bowl. Rub in the cold butter with your fingertips until the mixture looks like pea-sized crumbs.
7. Line or grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
8. Fill each muffin cup halfway with batter, then sprinkle the topping over each muffin and press lightly to help it stick.
9. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
10. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a rack.
11. Store or freeze the muffins as desired.

How to Serve Coffee Cake Banana Bread Muffins

These muffins are best enjoyed warm, straight from the oven, or at room temperature. Serve them with a cup of coffee or tea, and they make a wonderful breakfast or snack option. You can also warm them slightly in the microwave for a cozy treat.

How to Store Coffee Cake Banana Bread Muffins

Once cooled, store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, you can freeze them. Place the muffins in a freezer-safe bag and they will last for up to three months. When you’re ready to enjoy one, simply thaw it at room temperature or warm it in the microwave.

Tips to Make Coffee Cake Banana Bread Muffins

• Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture; the more spotted they are, the sweeter they’ll be.
• Don’t overmix the batter. Mix just until the dry ingredients are incorporated to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
• Experiment with add-ins such as nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.

Variation

You can add chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the batter for a twist on the classic recipe. A splash of cinnamon or nutmeg can also enhance the flavor.

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen bananas?
Yes! Just thaw them, drain any excess liquid, and mash them well before adding them to the recipe.

2. How do I know when the muffins are done?
Check for a golden brown top and do the toothpick test. If a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs, they’re done!

3. Can I make this recipe into a loaf instead?
Absolutely! Just pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and bake for about 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.

Enjoy making and sharing these wonderful Coffee Cake Banana Bread Muffins!

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Coffee Cake Banana Bread Muffins

Delicious and easy-to-make muffins combining the moistness of ripe bananas with a sweet, crumbly topping, perfect for breakfast or a snack.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 12 muffins

Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients

  

Muffin Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 3 pieces ripe bananas (the spottier, the better, mashed)
• 0.75 cups sugar
• 1 piece egg
• 0.33 cups melted butter (unsalted, cooled)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Topping Ingredients

• 0.5 cups brown sugar
• 0.25 cups flour
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tbsp cold butter (cubed)

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a large bowl, mash the bananas until they are chunky.
• In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
• In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients: mashed bananas, sugar, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
• Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.

Topping Preparation

• For the topping, mix the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon together in a small bowl.
• Rub in the cold butter with your fingertips until the mixture looks like pea-sized crumbs.

Baking

• Line or grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
• Fill each muffin cup halfway with batter, then sprinkle the topping over each muffin and press lightly to help it stick.
• Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
• Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a rack.

Notes

Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, they can be frozen for up to three months.

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