Description
King Arthur Flour’s Banana Crumb Muffins are moist, flavorful, and plant-based, featuring the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and a crunchy crumb topping. With simple pantry ingredients and warm spices, these muffins are perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack. Easily customizable and simple to prepare, they deliver a tender crumb with a satisfying crunch in every bite.
Ingredients
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Muffin Batter Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups King Arthur Flour
- 3 ripe bananas (very ripe with brown spots)
- 3/4 cup natural brown sugar
- 1/4 cup plant-based butter, softened
- 1/4 cup plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (natural)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (natural)
- Pinch of salt
Crumb Topping Ingredients
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1/3 cup King Arthur Flour
- 1/4 cup natural brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (natural)
- 2 tablespoons cold plant-based butter
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease to prevent sticking, ensuring easy muffin removal.
- Mash the Bananas. In a large bowl, mash ripe bananas until mostly smooth with some small lumps to maintain texture and natural moisture.
- Mix Wet Ingredients. Add plant-based butter, plant-based milk, natural brown sugar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, natural vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the mashed bananas. Mix gently until combined and smooth, ensuring the sugar dissolves well.
- Combine Dry Ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk King Arthur flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents.
- Fold Ingredients Together. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture, folding just until incorporated to keep muffins tender and light. Avoid overmixing.
- Prepare the Crumb Topping. In a small bowl, mix oats, flour, natural brown sugar, cinnamon, and natural gelling agent if used. Cut in cold plant-based butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, adding texture and flavor.
- Fill Muffin Tin and Top. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups, filling about two-thirds full. Generously sprinkle the crumb topping on each muffin to create a crunchy surface.
- Bake. Bake in preheated oven for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow muffins to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- Spoon flour lightly into measuring cup and level it to avoid dense muffins.
- Mix ingredients just until combined; avoid overmixing for a light crumb.
- Use cold plant-based butter for the crumb topping for best texture and richness.
- Ensure oven is fully preheated to achieve even baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: banana muffins, crumb topping, plant-based muffins, breakfast muffins, moist muffins, easy baking