Easy Banana Muffins

Steps

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1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) — the high heat helps create a nice domed top.
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2. 2
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt, then set aside.
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3. 3
   In another bowl, mash the ripe bananas until you have about 1 1/2 cups (320g).
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4. 4
   Stir the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar into the mashed bananas.
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5. 5
   Add the eggs and vanilla, mixing until well combined, but leave some banana lumps for texture.
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6. 6
   If using mix-ins like toasted walnuts or chocolate chips, have them ready at this point.
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   Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix which would make the muffins dense.
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   Fold in the walnuts or other mix-ins, scraping the bottom of the bowl to catch any flour pockets.
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   Line a muffin tin with paper liners and divide the batter evenly, filling each cup almost to the top.
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    Bake at 425°F for 5 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F and continue baking for another 15 minutes until puffed and domed.
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    Let the muffins cool before serving — they'll be tender inside with a nice crisp edge and full banana flavor.
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