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Banana Cream Cheese Muffins

Banana Cream Cheese Muffins That Will Brighten Your Mornings

These Banana Cream Cheese Muffins are a delightful breakfast treat, combining sweet bananas and creamy cheese for a delicious start to your day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour for nutrition
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large overripe bananas mashed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar reduce for less sweetness
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts optional
For the Cream Cheese Swirl
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened, or dairy-free for vegan
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 tablespoons milk optional, adjust for consistency

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Toothpick or skewer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. In another bowl, mix the mashed bananas with granulated sugar and brown sugar.
  4. Add the egg, oil, and vanilla to the banana mixture and stir until combined.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each liner 3/4 full.
  7. Beat the cream cheese until smooth, then mix in the egg yolk and optional milk.
  8. Dollop the cream cheese mixture onto each muffin and swirl with a toothpick.
  9. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store muffins in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer freshness.

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