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Cream Cheese Banana Muffins

These decadent Cream Cheese Banana Muffins are a delightful breakfast treat that the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed The riper, the sweeter!
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Classic choice for sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted Margarine doesn't cut it.
  • 1 large egg Or two small eggs if preferred.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Good quality makes a difference!
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 tsp baking soda Essential for rising.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Plain flour works best.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Adds a little zing!
Cream Cheese
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Philadelphia recommended for creaminess.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips For a sweeter muffin.
  • 1/2 cup walnuts For added crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Mix in the sugar, melted butter, egg, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. Stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until creamy.
  6. Gently fold the banana batter into your cream cheese mixture until just combined.
  7. Spoon the batter into well-greased muffin tins, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
Baking
  1. Pop them into the oven for about 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  2. Cool in the pans for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

These muffins can be prepped ahead for quick breakfasts.
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