Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in brown sugar until it’s dissolved and smooth.
- Evenly distribute the caramel mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup.
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. Don’t overmix!
- Gently fold in nuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Pour the batter over the caramel mixture in the muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then invert onto a cooling rack. Enjoy warm!
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25