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Banana Cinnamon Pecan Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Banana Cinnamon Pecan Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Description

If you’re looking for the best banana cupcakes recipe, you’ve come to the right place! These Banana Cinnamon Pecan Cupcakes are moist, fluffy, and packed with flavor. With the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, the warmth of cinnamon, and the crunch of pecans, this dessert is truly irresistible.

Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or a delicious dessert, these cupcakes are easy to make and topped with a rich cream cheese frosting that makes them extra special. Whether you’re a home baker or a cupcake enthusiast, this step-by-step recipe will guide you to baking perfection!

Ingredients

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Cupcake Batter

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 ripe banana, mashed
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans (for garnish)

For an extra twist, try adding chocolate chips or a caramel drizzle on top!

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Your oven is set at 350degrees F (175degC). Line a muffin tin in cupcake liners.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

Within the bowl of a huge bowl Mix together:
Flour
Sugar
Baking powder
Baking soda
Salt
Cinnamon

Step 3: Prepare the Wet Ingredients

In a different bowl, mix:
Softened butter
Eggs
Vanilla extract
Sour cream
Mashed banana

Step 4: Combine Everything

Slowly introduce the wet ingredients into the dry mix. Mix gently until completely well-mixed However, make sure not to overmix–this makes for fluffy and light cupcakes.

Step 5: Add Pecans

Incorporate some crushed pecans to give it a wonderful crunch.

Step 6: Fill & Bake

Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners Fill them approximately 2/3 to the top.

Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick placed in the middle is clear.

Let the cake cool on wire racks prior frosting.

Equipment

Notes

Use overripe bananas The darker the banana, more sweet and flavorful your cupcakes will taste.
Don’t overmix Overmixing can result in dense cupcakes. Stir only until mixed.
Use high-quality Cinnamon Fresh ground cinnamon adds taste.
Cool the Frosting If it’s too soft, chill it for 15 minutes prior to pipe.
Create Mini Cupcakes Make use of an ice cream tin that is mini for bite-sized snacks (bake at least 10-12 minutes).

Find it online: https://optimalrecipes.com/banana-cinnamon-pecan-cupcakes-with-cream-cheese-frosting/