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Looking for a simple, quick, and small batch banana muffins recipe? These moist and flavorful muffins are perfect for a small household or sudden sweet tooth cravings. Using just 2 bananas and a few basic ingredients, this recipe is easy to make and bakes in just 20 minutes.
Looking for more single serving and small batch banana recipes? You’ll love our creamy Banana Pudding, rich Bananas Foster, and moist Banana Nut Bread recipes.
Why You’ll Love This Small Batch Banana Muffins Recipe
- Minimal Ingredients: This recipe uses simple pantry staples that you likely already have on hand.
- Perfect Quantity: This small batch recipe yields 6 muffins, ideal for one or two people.
- Quick and Easy: From start to finish, you’ll have warm, fresh banana muffins in under 30 minutes.
- Versatile: This base recipe allows for various ingredient substitutions and add-ins for personal preferences.
- Waste Reduction: It’s a brilliant way to use up overripe bananas and prevent food waste.
Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this small batch banana muffins recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder.
- Sugar: I use granulated sugar.
- Bananas: The riper, the better for maximum flavor. Overripe bananas are the gold standard here. Use two bananas. Got an extra banana? Use it to make Chocolate Banana Bread, a Mini Hummingbird Cake, or a Chocolate Covered Frozen Banana.
- Butter: Use melted salted or unsalted butter.
- Egg: One large egg gives structure to the muffins.
- Flour: I use all-purpose flour. For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour.
- Baking soda: Helps the muffins rise.
Recipe Variations
- Banana Nut Muffins: Add 1/4 cup of your favorite nuts for a satisfying crunch.
- Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins: Similar to our Chocolate Chip Banana Bread, incorporate 1/4 cup chocolate chips into the batter before baking.
- Blueberry Banana Muffins: Gently fold in 1/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries for a fruity twist.
How To Make Banana Muffins
These step-by-step photos and instructions help you visualize how to make a small batch of banana muffins. See the recipe box below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.
- Mash one of the bananas with a fork on a small plate so it still has a bit of texture. Set the plate aside, you will use this banana later. With a hand mixer, whip the remaining banana and sugar together for 35-40 seconds; you want a light and smooth banana cream.
- Add the melted butter, egg, and vanilla; beat well. Mix in the dry ingredients just until incorporated and fold in the mashed banana.
- Pour the batter into lightly greased or lined muffin holes in a standard-sized muffin tin.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the tip of a sharp knife or a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Expert Tips
- Ensure your bananas are very ripe for optimal sweetness and moisture.
- Do not overmix the batter; it’s okay to have some lumps.
- Fill the muffin cups 3/4 full to allow space for the muffins to rise without overflowing.
- Check the muffins with a toothpick before the timer goes off to prevent overbaking.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these delicious banana muffins warm with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey. They’re perfect for a quick breakfast, a midday snack with coffee, or as an after-dinner treat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Stored in an airtight container, they can stay fresh for up to 3 days at room temperature or a week in the fridge.
Absolutely! These muffins freeze well. Just make sure to cool them completely before freezing.
Yes, simply use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend in place of all-purpose flour.
Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder or you might like to consider using them in any of these single serving and small batch recipes:
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Small Batch Banana Muffins
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Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 overripe banana -divided
- 6 tablespoons salted butter -melted
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C).
- Spray or lightly butter muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, whip the sugar and one of the bananas together until well blended.
- Add the cooled melted butter, the egg, and the vanilla and beat well.
- Mix in the flour, baking soda, and salt just until incorporated.
- Peel and mash the remaining banana with a fork on a small plate. Fold into the batter.
- Scoop the batter into the muffin tins and fill them 3/4 of the way.
- Bake until a toothpick stuck in the muffins comes out clean, 20-25 minutes.
Notes
- Ensure your bananas are very ripe for optimal sweetness and moisture.
- Do not overmix the batter; it’s okay to have some lumps.
- Fill the muffin cups ¾ full to allow space for the muffins to rise without overflowing.
- Check the muffins with a toothpick before the timer goes off to prevent overbaking.
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
I had two bananas left over, not three or four, and was looking forward and found this one. And I am so glad I did! We are a family of two empty nesters and are always looking for small batch recipes.
Love them. I must admit I make a regular size batch and freeze some for later. I usually add cinnamon chips and pecans chopped. They are so good.
I love these. I always end up with extra bananas! This recipe is perfect for the hubs and me. Super easy and delicious. I used 1/3 c of sugar. Other than that went by the exact recipe. Made 6 large muffins! Thanks!
This was my first time making banana muffins. (Also my first time commenting on a recipe blog post lol) I had two bananas I didn’t want to waste. I added cinnamon and a dash of nutmeg and wow! They were delicious! So moist! And so easy to make! I can’t wait to add blueberries next week! Thank you! ❤️
I’m so happy you enjoyed the muffins, Alexis – thank you!
Love this recipe! Absolutely delicious.
I made this recipe. Didn’t have vanilla so I used my husbands spiced rum lol and they are delish!
Oooo, that sounds like an amazing addition!
Such a great and easy recipe for my leftover ripe bananas. I’ve made these multiple times and sometimes add mini chocolate chips or chopped walnuts. They come out really moist and not too sweet. Great recipe!
Yummy licious!
Love the bananas specks in the banana muffins
Recipe worked perfectly. I used brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
Recipe worked perfectly. I used brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.