Peanut Butter Banana Cupcakes
These Peanut Butter Banana Cupcakes are a delightful combination of peanut butter and ripe bananas, resulting in a soft and moist treat that's perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients, they evoke feelings of comfort and home with every bite.
Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a standard muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add the peanut butter, sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and whisk until creamy.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into each cupcake liner, filling about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost as desired or enjoy plain.
Notes
Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or freeze for longer storage.