Peanut Butter Banana Muffins Without Baking Powder
If you're a fan of peanut butter and bananas, you'll love this recipe for peanut butter banana muffins without baking powder. These muffins are easy to make and have a moist, tender crumb with just a hint of peanut butter flavor. Best of all, you don't need any fancy ingredients or equipment to make them – just a few simple pantry staples.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a standard muffin pan with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the mashed banana, peanut butter, applesauce, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These muffins are best enjoyed fresh from the oven, but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze these muffins for longer storage.
Why No Baking Powder?
You may be wondering why this recipe does not include baking powder. Baking powder is often used in muffin recipes to help the muffins rise and become light and fluffy. However, it's not always necessary – especially when you're using other leavening agents like baking soda.
In this recipe, the combination of baking soda and acidic ingredients like the applesauce and banana create a reaction that causes the muffins to rise. So don't worry if you don't have any baking powder on hand – these muffins will still turn out delicious!
Final Thoughts
These peanut butter banana muffins without baking powder are a delicious and easy treat that are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even a dessert. They're also a great way to use up ripe bananas that you may have on hand.
Try making a batch of these muffins today and enjoy a delicious and satisfying treat that's sure to please your taste buds!