Description
King Arthur Flour’s Banana Crumb Muffins combine ripe bananas and a crunchy crumb topping made with plant-based ingredients to deliver moist, flavorful muffins perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. This recipe uses simple pantry staples and natural spices, creating a tender and delicious treat with a delightful texture contrast.
Ingredients
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Muffin Batter Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/4 cup plant-based butter, melted
- 1/2 cup plant-based milk
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 tsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 1/2 cups King Arthur Flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (natural)
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (natural)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Crumb Topping Ingredients
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (natural)
- 1/2 cup King Arthur Flour
- 1/4 cup cold plant-based butter
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (natural)
- 1/2 tsp natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Bananas and Wet Ingredients: Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth with small lumps remaining. Add melted plant-based butter, plant-based milk, apple cider vinegar (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and vanilla extract (natural). Mix gently to combine thoroughly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together King Arthur Flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon (natural), nutmeg (natural), and salt to evenly distribute the spices and leavening agents.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the dry ingredients into the bowl with the wet banana mixture. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined, taking care not to overmix. The batter should remain thick and slightly lumpy.
- Prepare the Crumb Topping: In a small bowl, mix brown sugar (natural), King Arthur Flour, cold plant-based butter, cinnamon (natural), and natural gelling agent using fingers or a fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs for a crunchy topping.
- Assemble and Bake: Divide the muffin batter evenly into a lined or greased muffin tin. Generously sprinkle the crumb topping over each muffin. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or until the topping is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the muffins cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas with plenty of brown spots for natural sweetness and moistness.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins light and tender.
- Chill the butter before making the crumb topping to ensure it stays crisp and flaky after baking.
- Test muffins for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool to help the crumb topping set perfectly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: banana muffins, crumb topping, plant-based muffins, moist muffins, breakfast muffins, gluten-free option