These easy banana nut muffins are soft, moist, and packed with rich banana flavor and crunchy pecans. They come together quickly using simple ingredients and are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or whenever you have overripe bananas to use up.
If you’re looking for a foolproof muffin recipe that turns out tender and flavorful every time, this is the one to keep on repeat.
Watch How I Make Bananna Nut Muffins
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s quick and easy to make
- A perfect way to use ripe bananas
- Great for breakfast or snacks
- Soft and moist texture every time
Tips for the best Banana Nut Muffins
- Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor
- Don’t overmix the batter- it keeps the muffins soft
- Fill muffin cups about 3/4 full for a nice rise
- Let them cool slightly before removing from the pan
Easy Banana Nut Muffins
These easy banana nut muffins are soft, moist, and the perfect way to use up old over-ripe bananas.
Ingredients
Method
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl and mix until well combined
- Prepare Bananas: Mash two overripe bananas in a separate bowl until they are smooth
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add sugar, egg, melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix until combined
- Combine Batter: Add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir until just combined- do not overmix
- Add Nuts: Fold in chopped nuts
- Prepare Pan: Lightly grease a muffin pan with butter to add flavor and help with browning
- Fill and Bake: Add the batter to the pan and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 18 to 22 minutes
- Test for Doneness: Insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin; if it comes out clean, they are done
- Cool: Let the muffins sit in the pan for about 5 minutes before removing them