Not too big, not too small, but just right — These Mini Banana Muffins are perfect for those moments when you crave something sweet but don’t want to commit to a whole muffin. Plus, their petite size makes them ideal for little hands (and big ones too, let’s be honest). What really sets these mini muffins apart is their moistness. Thanks to the combination of applesauce, butter, and milk, they stay moist and tender long after they’ve cooled down. And if your kids are anything like mine, they’re won over every time by mini versions of our favorite dishes. You don’t want to miss these mini tacos, mini pancakes, mini waffles or mini pizzas.
Ingredients
Step-by-Step Instructions
Substitutions
Flour – you can use all purpose flour, 1:1 gluten free flour, or oat flour. I wouldn’t use all whole wheat flour as the muffins will turn out too dense. Instead, use a combination of 1 cup all purpose flour and 1/2 cup cup whole wheat flour. No eggs? You can try with flax or chia eggs. You might also enjoy these eggless banana muffins or eggless blueberry muffins. Add-ins – for variety, try adding in some chopped nuts like walnuts or almonds, shredded carrots, shredded coconut, or dried fruit like raisins, cranberries, and dates.
Storage
First, cool completely on a wire rack. Then transfer the muffins to an airtight container and keep on the counter for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days. Enjoy at room temperature or microwave briefly.
Bananas – Be sure to use overripe bananas (with lots of brown spots) for maximum sweetness. Have more bananas that need to be saved? Try these healthy banana recipes for babies and kids. White whole wheat flour – This has the same nutritional value as whole wheat flour, but is lighter and has a slightly sweeter taste, perfect for these muffins! Eggs – Room-temperature eggs work best. Unsweetened applesauce – adds moisture and tenderness to the muffins. Chocolate chips – optional but highly recommended.
You can also freeze for up to 3 months in a freezer bag. Here’s how to store and freeze muffins so they taste just as good as the day you made them. Did you make this recipe? Leave a rating below and let me know how you liked the recipe! Your feedback means so much to me!
