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Published: Jun 22, 2023 by Kathy · This post may contain affiliate links

Banana Cinnamon Muffins

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A muffin topped with cinnamon sugar.

These Banana Cinnamon Muffins are a delicious combination of two favorites; Cinnamon Muffins and Banana Muffins.

Perfect for breakfast, brunch, snacking or even dessert!

Cinnamon muffins on a baking rack.
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Banana Muffins
Key ingredients
Step-by-step directions
Recipe tips
Frequently asked questions
More delicious banana muffins
Banana Cinnamon Muffins

Banana Muffins

Banana bread and banana muffins are always a hit. There's just something so delicious when you add bananas. The mashed bananas add natural sweetness and moisture to the muffins, resulting in a tender and moist crumb.

Banana Cinnamon Muffins are not only delicious but are also a great way to use up those overripe bananas sitting on your kitchen counter.

You're going to want to try a batch of these Banana Cinnamon Muffins. They are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the warm, comforting flavor of cinnamon.

With their golden brown tops and cinnamon sweetness, Banana Cinnamon Muffins are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Grab a muffin, take a bite, and let the delightful flavors transport you to a world of deliciousness!

Key ingredients

Ingredients for making banana muffins.

Ingredients

This section reviews the best ingredients and substitutions for this recipe. For an exact list of ingredients and quantities, check the recipe card below.

  • Bananas - Choose really ripe banana with several brown spots on the peel. You'll need about two bananas.
  • Flour - I use regular all-purpose flour. Be certain to check out How to Measure Flour so your flour isn't too compact when measuring.
  • Sugar - Use granulated sugar
  • Oil - Use a light-tasting oil like canola or vegetable oil. The oil helps keep the muffins moist and helps create a great crumb.
  • Eggs - The eggs help the muffins rise
  • Cinnamon - The key to these delicious muffins! Ground cinnamon is added to the batter and sprinkled on top of the muffins before baking. You could also use a prepared cinnamon sugar mixture to sprinkle on the top.

Step-by-step directions

How to make it

In this section, I share step-by-step photos, cooking methods, techniques, and a general overview. For detailed instructions, temperatures, and timing, check the printable recipe card below.

  • Mash bananas with a fork or potato masher and measure out ¾ cups. Set aside.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, cinnamon, and salt together in a bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, combine eggs, oil, and vanilla
Flour, sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
Eggs, oil and vanilla in a measuring cup with a whisk.
  • Add the combined liquids to the flour mixture. Stir just until mixed together. The batter will be very dry.
  • Add the mashed bananas and fold them together with a spatula until everything is combined.
Mixing muffin batter with a red spatula.
Banana muffin batter in a bowl.
  • Scoop batter into a muffin tin that has been lightly greased or lined with paper liners.
  • Combine remaining cinnamon and sugar together and sprinkle about ½ teaspoon over each muffin.
  • Bake in a preheated 375°F oven for 15-18 minutes or until cooked through.
Scooping muffin batter into a muffin tin.
Baked muffins topped with cinnamon in a muffin tin.
  • Rest on a baking rack for a few minutes and then remove muffins from tin. Continue cooling muffins on the baking rack.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature

Recipe tips

  • Use very ripe bananas. They have the sweetest flavor and the most moisture.
  • When you first add the wet ingredients to the dry, the mixture will still be very dry. Just stir until slightly combined. Then add the mashed bananas and fold everything together.
  • Don't overmix or the muffins will become tough.
  • Use an ice cream scoop for consistently sized muffins.
  • Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of one muffin. If the toothpick comes out with moist batter, they need more time. If there are just a few crumbs on the toothpick, they are done!
  • Store fully cooled muffins at room temperature in an airtight container.
A banana muffin cut in half on a white plate.

Frequently asked questions

How long do banana cinnamon muffins last?

Store fully cooled muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days.

Can banana cinnamon muffins be frozen?

Yes, once fully cool, store muffins in a single layer in a freezer-safe container. For best results, use within one month. To use, thaw at room temperature.

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  • Oatmeal Banana Muffins
  • Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
  • Banana Nut Muffins
  • Blueberry Banana Muffins
Banana cinnamon muffins in a line on a wooden board.

If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment below and snap a picture and tag me on Instagram @beyondthechickencoop

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Banana Cinnamon Muffins

Kathy
Delicious banana muffins with ground cinnamon in the batter and sprinkled on the top of each muffin.
5 from 19 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Baking
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Muffins
Calories 221 kcal

Equipment

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  • Muffin Tin
  • Cooling Rack
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Ingredients
  

Muffins

  • ¾ cup mashed bananas (about 2 bananas)
  • 1½ cups flour
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup oil (vegetable or canola)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Topping

  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F
  • Prepare muffin tin by either greasing lightly with a nonstick spray or lining with paper cupcake liners.
  • Mash bananas with a fork or potato masher and measure out ¾ cup. Set aside.
    ¾ cup mashed bananas
  • Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, cinnamon, and salt together in a bowl.
    1½ cups flour, ¾ cup sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon salt
  • In a separate bowl, combine eggs, oil, and vanilla
    2 eggs, ½ cup oil, 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • Add the combined liquids to the flour mixture. Stir just until mixed together. The batter will be very dry.
  • Add the mashed bananas and fold them together with a spatula until everything is combined.
  • Scoop batter into a muffin tin that has been lightly greased or lined with paper liners.
  • Combine remaining cinnamon and sugar together and sprinkle about ½ teaspoon over each muffin.
    2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Bake in a preheated 375°F oven for 15-18 minutes or until cooked through.
  • Rest on a baking rack for a few minutes and then remove muffins from tin. Continue cooling muffins on the baking rack.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas. They have the sweetest flavor and the most moisture.
  • When you first add the wet ingredients to the dry, the mixture will still be very dry. Just stir until slightly combined. Then add the mashed bananas and fold everything together.
  • Don't overmix or the muffins will become tough.
  • Use an ice cream scoop for consistently sized muffins.
  • Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of one muffin. If the toothpick comes out with moist batter, they need more time. If there are just a few crumbs on the toothpick, they are done!
  • Store fully cooled muffins at room temperature in an airtight container.

Nutritional Disclaimer:

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 221kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 109mgPotassium: 147mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 1mg
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  1. Kim says

    July 23, 2023 at 5:56 pm

    5 stars
    I just finished making your cinnamon banana muffins at home,I followed the recipe and I just took the muffins out of the oven and I used a tookpick in the middle of each muffin and they turned out perfect and taste really good.

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      July 23, 2023 at 6:49 pm

      Thanks so much! I'm so glad you enjoyed them!

      Reply
  2. Bafokeng Stander says

    June 26, 2023 at 10:57 pm

    5 stars
    I only made these cause your recipe appeared on my feed and I had ripe bananas to spare. What a lovely surprise! I’ve always been skeptical of banana muffins, but these were so tasty with the cinnamon 👌🏾.

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    • Kathy says

      June 27, 2023 at 4:26 am

      Thank you so much! I'm glad you loved the muffins!!! Ripe bananas seem to appear out of nowhere on my counter all the time. It just means time for more muffins.
      Kathy 🙂

      Reply

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