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Pecan Banana Muffins

Delightful Pecan Banana Muffins that combine the sweetness of ripe bananas with the crunch of pecans and warmth of cinnamon.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups ripe bananas
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup oil
  • 3 eggs (room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp vanilla
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 cup pecans (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line your muffin tins with liners.
  2. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cornstarch, and cinnamon in a medium bowl until well combined.
  3. In a separate large bowl, whisk the oil, Greek yogurt, mashed bananas, vanilla, eggs, and dark brown sugar until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Add the chopped pecans and gently fold them into the batter.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin liners, filling each about three-quarters full.
  7. Bake at 425°F for 5 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 375°F and continue baking for an additional 12-15 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

Notes

Be careful not to overmix the batter. Store cooled muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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