Banana Crumb Muffins
Banana Crumb Muffins are moist, fluffy, and full of banana flavor.A sweet cinnamon crumb topping adds irresistible texture.They are easy to make and perfect for any time of day.A delicious upgrade from classic banana muffins.
Ingredients
For the Muffins
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Crumb Topping
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar, then add eggs, bananas, milk, and vanilla.
- Gently combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and butter to form crumbs.
- Fill muffin cups ¾ full with batter.
- Sprinkle crumb topping generously over each muffin.
- Bake for 22–25 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for best flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender.
- Crumb topping should be coarse, not smooth.
- Baking times may vary by oven.
- Muffins taste best slightly warm.