Moist Banana Muffins with Cinnamon Crumble
Coffee Cake Banana Bread Muffins merge the best of two favorite baked goods: soft, moist banana bread and the irresistible cinnamon-sugar crumble of traditional coffee cake. They’re quick to mix, bake in under 20 minutes and deliver a tender crumb with warm spice notes. Perfect for breakfast, brunch trays, lunchbox treats or anytime you want a cozy, homemade muffin without extra effort.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 17–19 minutes
Total Time: ~30 minutes
Ingredients
Muffins:
1 very ripe banana, mashed
⅓ cup sugar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
¼ cup melted butter or oil
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon cinnamon
Pinch of salt
Crumble Topping:
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
2 tablespoons flour
½ teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
Whisk mashed banana, sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, egg and vanilla until smooth.
In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
Add dry ingredients to the banana mixture and stir just until combined; do not overmix.
Fill lined muffin cups about three-quarters full.
Prepare crumble topping by mixing brown sugar, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon and melted butter until coarse crumbs form.
Sprinkle crumble evenly over each muffin.
Bake at 375°F for 17–19 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool slightly before serving.
Pro Tips (FAQ-Style)
Can I double this recipe?
Yes—this recipe doubles easily and freezes well for meal prep.
Can I add nuts or chocolate chips?
Fold in ⅓ cup chopped walnuts, pecans or chocolate chips for added texture.
How do I keep muffins moist?
Avoid overmixing, use a very ripe banana and store muffins in an airtight container once cooled.
Nutrition Summary
Soft, moist banana muffins with cinnamon crumble.
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 muffin | ~170 kcal | ~2 g | ~25 g | ~7 g | ~1 g | ~13 g |
Nutrition facts are estimated.
