Imagine biting into a warm, fluffy banana muffin that's crisp on the outside and impossibly moist on the inside - all made in just 25 minutes with your air fryer! These magical muffins are about to revolutionize your breakfast and snack game, transforming those overripe bananas into a culinary masterpiece that will have your family begging for more. Forget complicated baking methods and hello to quick, foolproof deliciousness that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Prepare your air fryer by preheating it to 320°F (160°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the air fryer muffin pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly mash the ripe bananas using a fork until they are smooth and no large chunks remain.
- Add the melted butter to the mashed bananas and mix well until fully combined.
- Incorporate the sugar into the banana mixture, stirring until it is evenly distributed and slightly dissolved.
- Crack the egg into the mixture and add vanilla extract. Whisk together until the ingredients are smooth and well blended.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure no lumps remain.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the muffins tough.
- Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full to allow room for rising.
- Place the muffin tin into the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Cook the muffins for 12-15 minutes, checking at the 12-minute mark for doneness. Insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin - if it comes out clean, the muffins are ready.
- Carefully remove the muffin tin from the air fryer using oven mitts, and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips
- Always use extremely ripe bananas with brown spots, as they provide the most intense sweetness and moisture.
- Don't overmix the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep muffins tender.
- For extra flavor, consider adding optional mix-ins like chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Check muffins a minute or two early, as air fryer temperatures can vary slightly between models.
- Let muffins cool for a few minutes in the tin to help them set properly before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 35mg
