Banana Muffins with Streusel Topping

Kickstart your morning with these irresistibly soft and sweet Banana Muffins, topped with a delightful streusel crunch. Packed with the rich flavors of ripe bananas, these muffins are perfect for a quick breakfast or a comforting snack.

Ingredients

For the Muffins:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 3 bananas, mashed
• ¾ cup white sugar
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1/3 cup butter, melted

For the Streusel Topping:

• 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon butter

Directions

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Cups:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line 10 muffin cups with paper liners. This preparation helps ensure the muffins do not stick and are easy to remove.
2. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Setting up the dry ingredients first simplifies the mixing process.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, thoroughly blend the mashed bananas with white sugar, the lightly beaten egg, and melted butter. This mixture is the key to the muffins’ moist texture and deep banana flavor.
4. Combine Mixtures:
   • Gently fold the banana mixture into the flour mixture until just moistened. It’s important to mix just until combined to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
5. Prepare Streusel Topping:
   • In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, and cinnamon. Cut in 1 tablespoon butter until the mixture is crumbly. This streusel topping will add a sweet and crunchy finish to the muffins.
6. Assemble and Bake:
   • Distribute the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over each.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Serve these warm, moist Banana Muffins fresh out of the oven for a treat that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with a satisfying streusel crunch. Perfect for pairing with your morning coffee or as a snack to brighten your day!