Brown Butter Mini Banana Muffins

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Brown Butter Mini Banana Muffins

If you’ve never baked with brown butter before, you’re in for a treat! These Brown Butter Mini Banana Muffins are soft, rich, and full of that warm, nutty flavor that only brown butter can give.

They’re bite-sized, perfectly sweet, and ideal for breakfast, lunchboxes, or a quick little snack with your morning coffee.

Every time I make these, the house fills with the smell of toasted butter and bananas — it’s cozy, simple baking at its best.

Ingredients

• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup milk

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a mini muffin pan (makes about 36 mini muffins).
2. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue to cook, swirling occasionally, until it turns golden brown and gives off a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
4. Add the brown sugar, egg, vanilla, and cooled brown butter. Mix until well combined.
5. Stir in the baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
6. Add the flour and milk alternately, mixing gently until just combined. Don’t overmix — the batter should be soft and thick.
7. Spoon the batter into the mini muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
8. Bake for 11–13 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Let cool for a few minutes before removing from the pan.

Tips

• Brown your butter slowly and watch closely — once it starts to foam, it can go from perfect to burnt quickly.
• Add mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra flavor.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer.

Jennie’s Thoughts

There’s something magical about brown butter — it makes even the simplest recipes feel special.

I love how these mini muffins turn out so soft and flavorful, with a hint of caramel from the butter and brown sugar.

They’re the kind of little treat you can make on a quiet afternoon, and they always disappear fast at my house.

I usually save a few in a pretty tin for my mom and grandmother — they love them with tea in the afternoons.

Why You’ll Love These Muffins

These muffins are bite-sized, buttery, and full of cozy banana flavor. The brown butter adds richness and depth that takes them from ordinary to unforgettable.

Perfect for sharing, gifting, or just enjoying one (or three!) straight from the pan.