Banana Eggnog Muffins
These Banana Eggnog Muffins transform traditional flavors into a sweet holiday treat. Moist and fluffy, they combine ripe bananas, creamy eggnog, and warm spices, perfect for breakfast or as a festive dessert. The inviting aroma and tender crumb make them a delightful addition to any winter gathering. Enjoy these muffins warm, drizzled with a hint of maple syrup or sprinkled with powdered sugar for extra sweetness!
ingredients
- 1 brown banana
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup all-purpose white flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it.
- 2.
In a mixing bowl, mash the brown banana until smooth.
- 3.
Add the eggnog, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon to the mashed banana, whisking until well combined.
- 4.
In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy, then mix them into the banana-eggnog blend.
- 5.
Sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and brown sugar; fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
- 6.
Gently stir in the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips, if using.
- 7.
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- 8.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- 9.
Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
