Name: Banana Cinnamon Muffins
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: PT-487363H23M2S
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ½ teaspoon salt; ⅔ cup granulated sugar; ½ cup vegetable oil; 2 large eggs, room temperature; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; ⅔ cup mashed overripe banana (about 2 small bananas); ¼ cup granulated sugar; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ cup melted unsalted butter

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Short description

I’m thrilled to share my take on these Banana Cinnamon Muffins. They’re tender, flavorful muffins made with ripe bananas and finished with a sweet cinnamon sugar topping. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting snack any time of day.

Banana Cinnamon Muffins

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love how quick and simple these muffins are to make. They come together with basic pantry staples, and the bananas make them naturally moist and sweet. The best part is dipping the tops in melted butter and rolling them in cinnamon sugar—it gives each muffin a delightful crunch and extra flavor.

Ingredients

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I gather:

1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup granulated sugar
½ cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
⅔ cup mashed overripe banana (about 2 small bananas)

Topping:

¼ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup melted unsalted butter

Directions

Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
In a large bowl, I whisk the sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. I stir in the mashed bananas.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined. I make sure not to overmix.
I divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
While the muffins are still warm, I dip the tops in melted butter and then roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.

Servings and timing

This recipe makes 12 muffins. It takes about 5 minutes to prepare, 18–20 minutes to bake, so I can have them ready in about 25 minutes total.

Variations

I like to change things up occasionally by:

Adding chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch
Mixing in chocolate chips or cinnamon chips for added sweetness
Using half whole wheat flour for a heartier texture
Swapping white sugar for brown sugar for a deeper flavor

storage/reheating

I keep these muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. To reheat, I pop them in a 350°F oven for about 5–10 minutes. I also freeze them (before topping) for up to a month. When ready to enjoy, I thaw and warm them up, then dip in butter and cinnamon sugar.

FAQs

How ripe should the bananas be?

I use bananas that are very ripe—soft with plenty of brown spots. They bring natural sweetness and moisture to the muffins.

Can I reduce the sugar in the recipe?

Yes, I’ve tried using a bit less sugar and the muffins still turn out great, especially if I leave the topping on for extra sweetness.

What if I don’t have muffin liners?

No problem—I lightly grease the muffin tin with butter or nonstick spray and they release easily after baking.

Can I make mini muffins with this recipe?

Definitely. I just reduce the baking time to about 10–12 minutes and keep an eye on them.

Are these muffins good for kids?

Absolutely. They’re soft, sweet, and easy to hold—perfect for little hands. I sometimes skip the topping or reduce the sugar if I’m making them for toddlers.

Conclusion

I keep coming back to these Banana Cinnamon Muffins because they’re quick, reliable, and absolutely delicious. They fill my kitchen with the comforting scent of banana and cinnamon, and they never last long. Whether I need a quick breakfast or something cozy to snack on, these muffins always hit the mark.