Banana Nut Muffins are soft, moist muffins filled with ripe bananas and crunchy nuts. They are perfect for breakfast or a quick snack, offering a sweet and nutty flavor in every bite.
I love how easy they are to make. Sometimes I sneak in a few more bananas just because they make the muffins super tender!
If you want, sprinkle a little extra nuts on top before baking for a pretty finish. These muffins stay good for a few days, so I always bake a batch for the week!
Ingredients & Substitutions
Bananas: Ripe bananas add sweetness and moisture. I like mashed bananas because they make the muffins tender. If you don’t have ripe bananas, use a splash of applesauce as a substitute for moisture and flavor.
Walnuts: Walnuts give a crunchy texture and nutty taste. Toasted walnuts are even better! If allergic or out of stock, chopped pecans or almonds work well too.
Flour: All-purpose flour provides the structure. For added flavor, consider using part whole wheat flour. Gluten-free options like almond or oat flour can replace it, but may change the texture slightly.
Sugar: Regular granulated sugar adds sweetness. Brown sugar adds moisture and richness—swap it for honey or maple syrup for a different flavor, but reduce liquid slightly.
Eggs: Eggs help bind everything together and add moisture. A flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water) is a good vegan substitute if needed.
How do I avoid overmixing the batter?
Overmixing can make the muffins tough. Mix the wet and dry ingredients until just combined—fewer strokes mean softer, lighter muffins. Stir gently with a spoon or spatula—stop as soon as there’s no more dry flour visible.
- Combine dry ingredients separately first.
- Add wet ingredients all at once to the dry.
- Fold gently—don’t stir vigorously.
- Stop mixing as soon as the batter is uniform.
How to Make Banana Nut Muffins?
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Wet Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup sugar (optional)
How Much Time Will You Need?
Prep time: 15 mins. Cooking time: 20 mins. Total: 35 mins.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Add eggs, oil, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar if using.
4. Mix Wet and Dry
Stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined. Do not overmix.
5. Fold in Nuts
Gently fold in chopped walnuts into the batter.
6. Fill the Muffin Tin
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling about 2/3 full.
7. Bake
Bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool and Serve
Let muffins cool for 5 minutes. Remove from tin and cool completely on a wire rack. Enjoy!
