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Caramel Banana Nut Muffins

These caramel banana nut muffins are soft, moist, and full of cozy homemade flavor. The ripe bananas keep them tender, the caramel adds a rich sweet bite, and the nuts give a perfect crunch. They’re quick to make, easy for beginners, and taste like bakery-style muffins straight from your own kitchen.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 Muffins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 6 tbsp butter softened
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Add-ins
  • 12 caramel squares cut into sixths
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line or grease muffin tray.
  2. Mash bananas in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Mix in butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Add dry ingredients into wet mixture and stir just until combined.
  6. Toss caramel pieces in a little flour, then fold into batter with pecans.
  7. Divide batter evenly into 12 muffin cups.
  8. Bake for 20–22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool slightly before serving.