Description

Jamie Oliver’s Banana Muffin recipe is a simple yet delicious recipe that features ripe bananas, giving the muffins a naturally sweet and rich flavor. It’s a quick and versatile recipe that’s perfect for any time of day.

Ingredients

Scale

- 3 ripe bananas, mashed

- 100g unsalted butter, melted

- 150g caster sugar

- 1 large egg

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- 1 teaspoon baking powder

- 1 teaspoon baking soda

- 200g plain flour

- Pinch of salt

- Optional: 100g chocolate chips or chopped nuts for added texture

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Muffin Tin

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups to prevent sticking.

Step 2: Mash the Bananas

In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. You can use a fork or a potato masher to achieve a slightly chunky texture.

Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients

Add the melted butter, caster sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir until well combined and smooth.

Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.

Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the muffins dense. If desired, fold in chocolate chips or chopped nuts.

Step 6: Fill Muffin Cups

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full to allow for rising.

Step 7: Bake the Muffins

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. The tops should be golden brown.

Step 8: Cool and Serve

Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.