Easy Banana Crumb Muffins
Delightful banana muffins topped with a sweet crumbly streusel, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
Muffin Batter
- 3 pieces ripe bananas Look for overripe bananas for best flavor.
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter Ensure it's cooled slightly before adding.
- 1 piece egg Use at room temperature.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats Can substitute with quick oats if necessary.
Streusel Topping
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup flour For the streusel.
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add the melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and rolled oats.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture, just until combined.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, 1/4 cup of flour, and cinnamon to prepare the streusel.
- Pinch in small pieces of cold butter to create a crumbly texture for the streusel.
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease them lightly. Pour the batter into each cup, filling them about 3/4 full. Sprinkle the streusel generously on top.
Baking
- Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for about 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
Use overripe bananas for best flavor, and avoid overmixing the batter to ensure soft muffins. Store in an airtight container for freshness.