Banana Crunch Muffins Recipe

Ina Garten's legendary Banana Crunch Muffins! These irresistible muffins are bursting with sweet banana flavor and a delightful crunchy topping. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon snack. Get ready for the most amazing muffins you've ever tasted!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 384.4 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.8 (28 Reviews)
Banana Crunch Muffins

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Ingredients for Banana Crunch Muffins

  • All Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Unsalted Butter
  • Extra Large Eggs
  • Whole Milk
  • Pure Vanilla Extract
  • Banana
  • Walnuts
  • Granola Cereal
  • Sweetened Flaked Coconut
  • Dried Banana Pieces

How to Make Banana Crunch Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, mash bananas until mostly smooth. Add sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, oats, and flour for the topping. Cut in the butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until crumbly.
  6. Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with batter. Sprinkle evenly with the crumble topping.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

114g

Fat

45g

Carbs

16g