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Coffee Cake Banana Bread Muffins

Coffee Cake Banana Bread Muffins: A Cozy Morning Delight

Enjoy delightful Coffee Cake Banana Bread Muffins that blend moist banana bread with sweet coffee cake for a perfect morning treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas The riper, the better; they add natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/3 cup Melted Butter Richness and moisture are essential for decadent muffins.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda This leavening agent helps achieve that beautiful rise in the muffins.
  • 1 pinch Salt A small amount enhances the flavors of the other ingredients.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Sweeten to taste; adjust depending on the natural sweetness of the bananas.
  • 1 large Egg (beaten) Binds everything together and adds richness to the mix.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract A splash enhances the overall flavor profile beautifully.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure and body to these heavenly muffins.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon This spice is essential, imparting that warm, comforting essence of coffee cake.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Deep, caramel-like sweetness makes this topping irresistible.
  • 1/4 cup Flour (for streusel) Creates a nice texture for that perfect crumbly topping.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter (for streusel) Binds the streusel components while adding richness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (for streusel) Compliments the muffins, bringing everything together in harmony.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease with cooking spray.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Mix in the melted butter until fully combined.
  3. Add sugar, then beaten egg and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually combine with the wet ingredients, folding gently.
  5. For the streusel, mix brown sugar, flour, melted butter, and ground cinnamon until crumbly.
  6. Fill muffin cups ¾ full with batter and sprinkle streusel on top.
  7. Bake in preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, checking with a toothpick for doneness.
  8. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.7mg

Notes

Use overripe bananas for the best flavor. Customize with nuts or chocolate chips as desired.

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