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Banana Cupcakes With Honey Cinnamon Frosting Recipe

Transform your overripe bananas into incredibly moist and delicious cupcakes! This recipe, inspired by Martha Stewart, is a delightful cross between a muffin and a cupcake, perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat. Quickly whip up a batch of 12 in under an hour. Enjoy them plain for a subtly sweet breakfast, or elevate them with the irresistible honey cinnamon frosting (or try a cream cheese frosting for a less sweet option!). Get ready for a burst of banana flavor in every bite!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 332.5 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.7 (9 Reviews)
Banana Cupcakes With Honey Cinnamon Frosting

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Ingredients for Banana Cupcakes With Honey Cinnamon Frosting

How to Make Banana Cupcakes With Honey Cinnamon Frosting

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°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. Fill each muffin liner about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. **For the Honey Cinnamon Frosting:** In a medium bowl, beat butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and honey, beating until smooth and creamy. Stir in cinnamon.
  9. Once cupcakes are completely cool, frost with honey cinnamon frosting.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

118g

Fat

50g

Carbs

14g

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