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Banana Rhubarb Muffins Recipe

Banana Rhubarb Muffins Recipe


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  • Total Time: 37 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Description

Fresh banana rhubarb muffins burst with homemade comfort straight from your kitchen. Tangy rhubarb and sweet bananas create a delightful morning treat that sparks joy with each delicious bite.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 medium bananas
  • 1 cup diced fresh rhubarb

Supporting Ingredients:

  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ⅓ cup neutral oil
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup plain yogurt

Seasoning and Leavening:

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Warm your oven to 350°F and prepare a 12-cup muffin pan with non-stick spray or liners.
  2. Grab a large mixing bowl and thoroughly combine 1 ½ cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon cinnamon using a whisk.
  3. In a separate bowl, thoroughly mash 2 medium bananas until they create a smooth puree of about 1 cup.
  4. Add ⅓ cup honey, ⅓ cup oil, 1 egg, ¼ cup yogurt, and 1 teaspoon vanilla to the mashed bananas. Blend until completely integrated.
  5. Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring carefully to prevent overmixing.
  6. Carefully fold 1 cup diced rhubarb into the batter, ensuring even distribution.
  7. Distribute the batter evenly, filling each muffin cup approximately ¾ full.
  8. Slide the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Remove from oven and let muffins rest in the pan for 5 minutes.
  10. Transfer muffins to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • Replace dairy yogurt with coconut or almond yogurt for a vegan version that keeps the muffins moist and tender.
  • Chop rhubarb into small, uniform pieces so it distributes evenly and doesn’t sink to the bottom of the muffins.
  • Use very ripe, spotted bananas for the deepest, sweetest banana flavor and maximum natural sweetness.
  • Let muffins cool completely before storing in an airtight container to prevent condensation and soggy texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Category: Muffins
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 158 kcal
  • Sugar: 7 g
  • Sodium: 132 mg
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 23 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 26 mg