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Pumpkin Banana Muffins

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Pumpkin Banana Muffins combine the sweet comfort of ripe bananas with the cozy spices of pumpkin in a soft, moist muffin. These fall-inspired treats are easy to make, freezer-friendly, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or meal prep. With no mixer required and simple pantry ingredients, they’re a go-to seasonal bake for any level of baker.

  • Author: Chef Sarah
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (or spelt/whole wheat flour)

1/2 cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar)

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

Wet Ingredients:

1/2 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)

2 overripe bananas, mashed

1/4 cup melted butter (or oil/coconut oil)

1/4 cup milk (or plant-based milk)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract or paste

1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan option)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (360°F). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners and lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, mashed bananas, melted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and pumpkin pie spice.
  4. Gently stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined—do not overmix.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each nearly to the top.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer muffins to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
  • Make it vegan by using a flax egg and plant-based milk and butter.
  • Add-ins like chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried cranberries enhance flavor and texture.
  • These muffins freeze well and are great for meal prep.

Find it online: https://cookingwithsarah.com/pumpkin-banana-muffins/