Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Banana Cupcakes with Cinnamon Buttercream. These moist, fluffy cupcakes are infused with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and generously topped with a rich, creamy cinnamon buttercream that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for any celebration or cozy afternoon treat, these easy-to-make cupcakes are sure to impress family and friends alike. The warm aroma of cinnamon paired with the sweet banana flavor creates an irresistible dessert that appeals to both kids and adults. Whether served at birthday parties or enjoyed alongside a steaming cup of coffee, these banana cupcakes promise to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tbsp milk (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Mix softened butter into the mashed bananas until creamy; add eggs one at a time.
- Gradually fold flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting with cinnamon buttercream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg