These Banana Cinnamon Swirl Muffins are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with a warm cinnamon swirl. Perfect for fall baking, they make for a delicious snack any time of the day.

This easy recipe for homemade muffins is quick to prepare and can be customized with chocolate chips for an extra touch of indulgence. Ideal for sweet snacks or breakfast on the go!

Delicious Banana Cinnamon Swirl Muffins

These muffins feature a moist banana base with a cinnamon-sugar swirl that adds a delightful flavor. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and yields 12 muffins, making it a great choice for quick recipes snacks.

Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• Pinch of salt
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and melted butter. Stir in the baking soda and salt.
3. Add Sugar and Egg: Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the flour and mix until just incorporated. If using, fold in the chocolate chips.
5. Prepare Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, mix the ground cinnamon and brown sugar together.
6. Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about halfway. Sprinkle a layer of the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top, then add more batter to fill the cups about 3/4 full. Top with more cinnamon-sugar mixture.
7. Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 12 muffins
• Calories: 180kcal
• Fat: 7g
• Protein: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 28g