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Coconut Banana Muffins Recipe

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Delight in these moist and flavorful Coconut Banana Muffins, combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the tropical crunch of shredded coconut. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, these muffins are easy to make and offer a wonderful balance of textures with optional nuts for added richness.

  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ¾ cup (approximately 2 overripe bananas), mashed
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 ½ cups sweetened flaked coconut, divided
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agents and salt throughout the batter.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the mashed bananas, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a moist base for the muffins.
  4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gently fold the flour mixture into the banana mixture just until moistened to avoid overmixing, which can result in dense muffins.
  5. Add Coconut and Nuts: Fold in 1 cup of the sweetened flaked coconut along with the chopped nuts if using, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
  6. Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
  7. Top with Coconut: Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of flaked coconut on top of each muffin for a toasted coconut finish after baking.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
  9. Cool and Serve: Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool. Enjoy them warm for the best texture or allow them to cool completely before storing.

Notes

  • Storage: Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
  • Freezing: Freeze muffins individually wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and then place in a freezer-safe zip-top bag for up to 3 months to prevent freezer burn.
  • Make it Nut-Free: Omit nuts if allergic or prefer a nut-free version.
  • Banana Tip: Use overripe bananas as they are sweeter and provide better moisture and flavor.
  • Author: Adeline
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

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