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Strawberry Banana Muffins Recipe

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Delight in these moist and flavorful Strawberry Banana Muffins, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. Made with ripe bananas, fresh strawberries, and a hint of vanilla, these muffins are naturally sweetened and easy to prepare, offering a delicious homemade treat for the whole family.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (or maple syrup)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 small ripe bananas (mashed)
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 5 small strawberries (finely chopped)
  • ¼ cup chopped raisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare your muffin pan by lightly greasing it or lining it with paper muffin liners to prevent sticking.
  2. Cream butter and sugar: In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar (or maple syrup) together until the mixture becomes pale in color and fluffy in texture, ensuring a light base for your muffins.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: Add the egg, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat them together for about 1 minute until the ingredients are thoroughly combined and smooth.
  4. Add dry ingredients: Sift the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into the wet mixture. Beat gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the muffins.
  5. Fold in fruit: Carefully fold in the finely chopped strawberries and optional chopped raisins with a spatula to distribute evenly without breaking down the fruit.
  6. Fill muffin cups: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full to allow room for rising.
  7. Bake muffins: Place the muffin pan in the oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
  8. Cool down: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them firm up and improves texture before serving.

Notes

  • For a healthier alternative, you can replace granulated sugar with equal parts maple syrup.
  • Make sure bananas are very ripe for best sweetness and moisture.
  • Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to keep muffins tender.
  • Chopped raisins are optional but add a nice chewy texture and natural sweetness.
  • Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

Keywords: Strawberry Banana Muffins, Breakfast Muffins, Easy Muffin Recipe, Fruit Muffins, Homemade Muffins, Quick Breakfast, Banana Recipes

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