Mini Batch Brown Butter Banana Muffins with Walnut Streusel Topping
These caramelly golden brown butter banana muffins are a delightful treat for any time of the day. The rich aroma of browned butter creates a comforting backdrop for the sweet and ripe bananas, resulting in a moist and flavorful base. But what makes them truly exceptional is the crumbly walnut streusel topping that sits atop each muffin. The combination of crunchy walnuts, brown sugar, and cinnamon adds a delightful texture and warm, nutty flavor to every bite. Whether enjoyed for breakfast or as an afternoon snack, these muffins are sure to bring a burst of sweet and savory satisfaction to any occasion.
Taking It to the Next Level
Brown butter adds a deep, nutty flavor to these dangerously addicting muffins. Simply melt and stir butter over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes until amber-colored flecks are present.
After the butter melts, it will begin to bubble and foam. Continually stir over medium-low heat until golden amber flecks are present. Immediately remove the brown butter from heat to avoid burning.
Stir light brown sugar into the skillet (try not to drool).
The dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, cinnamon & salt) are mixed in a separate bowl as well as the remaining wet ingredients (mashed banana, milk, egg, & vanilla extract). Lastly, the brown butter mixture is gently folded in.
If you thought these muffins couldn't get any better, think again! But wait...there's more! These delectable treats are not just your ordinary muffins. They are elevated to a whole new level of deliciousness with a generous sprinkle of a buttery, crumbly walnut streusel topping. The combination of the moist and flavorful muffin base with the rich and nutty crunch of the streusel is simply irresistible. Each bite is a delightful explosion of textures and flavors that will leave you craving for more. With this irresistible muffin recipe, you'll never settle for plain muffins again.
Perfect Amount of Pizzazz
A buttery, crumbly walnut streusel topping adds the perfect amount of pizzazz.
Icing on the Cupcake…
Or Crumble on the Muffin?
Cut chilled butter into the brown sugar walnut mixture using a pastry cutter or a fork.
Sprinkle the crumbly streusel on top before baking…
Bake for 20-25 minutes and voila! This mini-batch recipe is perfect for those moments when you don't want to whip up a whole batch or when you're only baking for a small gathering. With just six muffins in this delightful recipe, it's a fantastic option for a cozy afternoon treat or a quick snack. However, if you have a larger crowd to please or simply want more muffins to enjoy, you can easily double the recipe to yield a dozen. These golden-brown goodies will be ready to satisfy your cravings in no time.
Happy baking!
Mini Batch Brown Butter Banana Muffins with Walnut Streusel Topping
Ingredients
For muffins:
1 large ripe banana, mashed
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup light brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
¼ cup unsalted butter
¼ cup milk (any milk should work, I used almond milk)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
For streusel topping:
½ cup chopped walnuts
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
¼ cup unsalted butter, cold & cubed
Instructions
For muffins:
Preheat oven to 350𝇈F.
In a medium-sized skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Continue to heat the butter until golden flecks are visible and a toasted, nutty aroma is present. Remove from heat and stir in the brown sugar. Set aside.
Whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a medium-sized bowl.
In a separate smaller bowl, mix the mashed banana, milk, egg, and vanilla extract together.
Add the banana mixture to the flour mixture until just combined. Next, gently fold and stir in the brown butter mixture. Spray 6 muffin tin cups with nonstick spray. Fill each cup ¾ full with the batter.
For streusel topping
In a medium-sized bowl, add chopped walnuts, flour, brown sugar, and cubed butter. Using a pastry cutter or a fork, combine the mixture until coarse crumbles form.
Evenly sprinkle the crumble over each muffin before baking.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Enjoy!
