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Freshly baked cherry banana muffins with sugar-crusted tops, sitting on parchment paper with fresh cherries around.

Cherry Banana Muffins – Moist, Easy, and Bursting with Flavor


  • Author: Kai
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Description

You’re going to love this one—imagine the burst of juicy cherries with the creamy richness of mashed bananas, all wrapped up in a perfectly moist and fluffy muffin. This easy muffin recipe is a go-to for busy mornings, a sweet pick-me-up during snack time, or a delightful dessert.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup mashed overripe bananas (about 23 medium)
  • ¾ cup pitted and chopped cherries (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup melted unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans, 1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with liners or grease lightly.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix the mashed banana, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry—don’t overmix.
  5. Fold in the cherries and optional nuts.
  6. Divide batter evenly among 12 muffin cups, filling about ¾ full. Sprinkle sugar on top for crunch.
  7. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

Want a sweet glaze? Mix ½ cup powdered sugar with 1 tbsp milk and drizzle over cooled muffins. Add a tsp of cinnamon or nutmeg for depth. A topping of oats and brown sugar gives a hearty, crunchy finish. Need something chilly? Try the refreshing cherry banana combo in smoothie form.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 233
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 145mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 36mg

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