If you’re looking for the perfect combination of comfort, sweetness, and cozy spice, these White Chocolate Cinnamon Banana Muffins are pure bliss in every bite. Soft, moist, and filled with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, these muffins get a delicious twist from creamy white chocolate and a touch of cinnamon warmth.
Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet afternoon treat, they’re the kind of muffin that fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma and your heart with joy. 🍌✨
🌟 Why You’ll Love These Muffins
✅ Moist & Tender: Thanks to ripe bananas and a touch of oil or butter.
✅ Warm Cinnamon Flavor: Perfectly balanced, cozy spice in every bite.
✅ White Chocolate Perfection: Adds creamy sweetness that complements the bananas beautifully.
✅ One-Bowl Recipe: Quick, easy, and no fancy equipment required.
✅ Freezer-Friendly: Great for meal prep or make-ahead breakfasts.
🍌 Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (or use half whole wheat flour for a healthier twist)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients:
- 3 large ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 ¼ cups)
- ½ cup brown sugar (or ⅓ cup pure maple syrup for a natural option)
- ⅓ cup melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ cup plain yogurt or sour cream (for extra moisture)
Add-Ins:
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
- Optional: ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prepare
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners or lightly grease it.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
Step 3: Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, mash the ripe bananas until mostly smooth.
Whisk in brown sugar (or maple syrup), melted butter, egg, vanilla, and yogurt until well combined.
Step 4: Combine Mixtures
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients.
Stir gently with a spatula until just combined — don’t overmix!
Fold in the white chocolate chips and nuts (if using).
Step 5: Fill Muffin Cups
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
For a bakery-style touch, sprinkle the tops with a little coarse sugar or extra white chocolate chips.
Step 6: Bake
Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool the muffins in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
🍫 Optional Glaze (for a Dessert Twist!)
Ingredients:
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or butter
Directions:
Melt together in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
Drizzle over cooled muffins for an indulgent, glossy finish. 🤍
💡 Tips for Perfect Banana Muffins
🍌 Use overripe bananas — the browner, the better for flavor and sweetness.
🥣 Don’t overmix the batter; it keeps your muffins soft and fluffy.
🔥 Check early! Muffins bake quickly, and overbaking can make them dry.
❄️ Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or 5 days in the fridge.
🧊 Freeze for up to 2 months — just thaw overnight or microwave for 20 seconds.
🧁 Variations
🍋 White Chocolate Banana Muffins with Lemon Zest: Add a teaspoon of fresh lemon zest for a bright citrus kick.
🥥 Coconut Banana Muffins: Stir in ¼ cup shredded coconut for tropical flavor.
🍯 Healthy Version: Replace sugar with maple syrup and butter with coconut oil.
🍎 Apple Cinnamon Twist: Add ½ cup finely diced apples for extra moisture and sweetness.
☕ Serving Suggestions
Serve your White Chocolate Cinnamon Banana Muffins with:
- A warm cup of coffee or chai tea for breakfast bliss ☕
- A drizzle of honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness 🍯
- A scoop of vanilla ice cream for a quick dessert 🍨
- Or just as they are — soft, fluffy, and heavenly 💛
💭 Final Thoughts
These White Chocolate Cinnamon Banana Muffins are pure comfort wrapped in paper liners — sweet, aromatic, and irresistibly tender. The creamy white chocolate melts into the warm banana crumb, while cinnamon adds that cozy bakery-style touch you’ll want again and again.
Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or saved for later, these muffins will fill your home with warmth and your heart with joy. ❤️
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🤍 White Chocolate Cinnamon Banana Muffins
Ingredients
• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 blend)
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 ½ tsp cinnamon
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 ¼ cups)
• ⅓ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup white chocolate chips (or chunks)
• Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or grease well.
- In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix mashed bananas, oil, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in white chocolate chips (and nuts if using).
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups (they should be nearly full).
- Bake 18–22 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
✨ Serve warm with butter or drizzle with glaze for extra sweetness!
💡 Make ahead: Store at room temp for 3 days or freeze for longer. Reheat before serving.
PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 10 mins , Cook Time : 20 mins , Total Time : 30 mins , Servings : 12 muffins , Calories : 190 per muffin , Net Carbs: 26g , Fats: 8g , Protein: 3g