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Best Greek Yogurt Banana Muffins

Best Greek Yogurt Banana Muffins
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Best Greek Yogurt Banana Muffins combine the creamy tang of Greek yogurt with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas to create moist, tender, and flavorful muffins. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, these easy-to-make muffins offer a healthy protein boost while being customizable with nuts, chocolate chips, or spices to suit your taste.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup ripe bananas (about 2–3 medium bananas), mashed
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

Optional Mix-ins

  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly to prevent sticking.
  2. Mash Bananas and Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the Greek yogurt, eggs, vanilla extract, and oil or melted butter, stirring until combined.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and brown sugar to distribute everything evenly.
  4. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep muffins tender.
  5. Add Optional Mix-Ins: If desired, fold in nuts, chocolate chips, or spices now.
  6. Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Enjoy: Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas with lots of brown spots for maximum sweetness and flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain a tender crumb.
  • Bring eggs and yogurt to room temperature before mixing for better texture.
  • Use an oven thermometer to ensure accurate baking temperature.
  • Fold in add-ins gently to prevent them from sinking to the bottom.

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