Banana Muffins With Crunchy Granola Topping Recipe

Craving a delicious and easy breakfast or snack? These irresistible Banana Muffins with a crunchy granola topping are a family favorite! Inspired by Giada De Laurentiis' famous banana muffins, this recipe skips the frosting for a healthier, equally delightful treat. The perfect combination of moist banana bread and a satisfyingly crisp granola topping will have you reaching for seconds. Get ready to bake up a batch of pure happiness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 307.1 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Banana Muffins With Crunchy Granola Topping

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Ingredients for Banana Muffins With Crunchy Granola Topping

  • All Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Baking Powder
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • Ground Nutmeg
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • Vegetable Oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • Vanilla Extract
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • Granola Cereal

How to Make Banana Muffins With Crunchy Granola Topping

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with olive oil.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Add the mashed bananas to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fill each muffin cup about 3/4 full.
  7. Sprinkle granola evenly over the tops of the muffins.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Enjoy your delicious Banana Muffins with Crunchy Granola Topping!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

102g

Fat

9g

Carbs

14g

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