Banana Muffins Infused with Espresso
Here's a relaxed take on a delightful espresso-infused muffin recipe, chock-full of ripe bananas and walnuts. Give it a whirl if you need an extra jolt to kick-start your day or simply enjoy some delicious treats.
:Espresso Banana Muffins with a Walnut Crunch**
Yield: 12 muffins
Ingredients (12)
- 2 cups white whole-wheat flour (or all-purpose flour if preferred)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt
- 1 1/4 cups chopped toasted walnuts, divided
- 1 tablespoon espresso powder
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup natural cane sugar (or granulated sugar)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 1/2 cups mashed overripe bananas (about 3 large bananas)
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C), with the racks arranged at the lower positions. Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and 3/4 cup of the walnuts. Stir in the espresso powder and set aside.
- In a separate large bowl or stand mixer, cream the butter until light and fluffy. Add the sugar and beat until combined. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Stir in the yogurt and mashed bananas. Gently mix in the dry ingredients with a spatula, taking care not to overmix.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 to 3/4 full. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of walnuts.
- Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy this scrumptious twist on classic muffins, brimming with the flavors of espresso and banana, complemented by the crunch of walnuts. Happy baking!
- To enhance the taste of these Espresso Banana Muffins with Walnut Crunch, remember to incorporate the espresso powder into the dry ingredient mix in step 2.
- As you're mixing the wet ingredients, ensure you've included the ripe mashed bananas, yogurt, and sugars to achieve a suitable sweetness and banana flavor balance.
- After baking, savor the espresso-infused muffins for a delightful treat that provides a dose of nutrition with the inclusion of whole grains and added nutrients from bananas and walnuts.
