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Zucchini Banana Muffins are moist and full of cinnamon, banana, and cream cheese! These muffins are a great way to get the kids to eat zucchini!
The great thing about these muffins is that you can’t taste the zucchini. It’s a wonderful way to get the kids to eat more vegetables without them knowing they are eating them!
ZUCCHINI BANANA MUFFINS
These muffins are moist and oh so good! The combination of zucchini and bananas really make a great combination!
Before you make this recipe, make sure to check out these tips.
WHAT INGREDIENTS DO I NEED TO MAKE THESE MOIST MUFFINS?
Flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, zucchini, bananas, eggs, sugar, oil, cream cheese, and vanilla.
HOW DO I PICK GOOD ZUCCHINI?
Your goal will be to find a small one that is only about 7 inches in length and is more of a thinner size then a large one. It should feel heavy and it should be a dark green color, free of blemishes and smooth.
DO I NEED TO PEEL THE ZUCCHINI?
No, you do not. The skin will soften up when the muffins are baking.
DO YOU TAKE THE SEEDS OUT OF A ZUCCHINI FOR ZUCCHINI BREAD OR MUFFINS?
Yes, for baking, you will need to scrape out the seeds and then grate it.
HOW LONG CAN YOU KEEP A ZUCCHINI AFTER IT’S PICKED?
KEY THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND WHEN BAKING WITH ZUCCHINI
- You will definitely need to blot off the excessive water with a paper towel AFTER you grate your zucchini.
- Do NOT over mix the ingredients. This is a crucial tip to remember.
- These taste AMAZING warmed up!
Here are a few other muffin recipes that I think you might enjoy:
Easy Super Moist Banana Apple Muffins
HOW TO MAKE THESE BANANA ZUCCHINI MUFFINS:
These tasty and flavorful muffins are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a quick snack on the go.
Another great thing about this recipe is the fact it’s a great way to use up that zucchini that is growing in your garden! Some of our other favorite Zucchini recipes is this tasty pasta recipe as well as this lovely cake recipe.
Once your family bites into these luscious muffins and taste the cream cheese they won’t even notice the zucchini!
Here is a basic breakdown to make these muffins. To get the full instructions and ingredients, scroll down to the bottom of the page to get a free printable recipe card.
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
In a small bowl mix flour, cinnamon, baking powder and baking soda, set aside.
In another bowl combine beaten eggs, sugar, vegetable oil and vanilla, beat for 3 minutes.
Mash the bananas in another bowl and then add that along with the zucchini and banana to the wet mixture. Add dry ingredients. Mix until moistened.
Spray a 12 cup muffin pan with butter flavored cooking spray. Add 1/4 cup mix to all 12 muffin cups.
Cut 3 tablespoons of cream cheese into 12 pieces, add to the top of the mix. Top with remaining batter(1/4cup).
Bake 25 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. Let cool 10 minutes and remove to wire racks to finish cooling.
Zucchini Banana Muffins
Zucchini and banana muffins with a surprise of cream cheese in the center. Delicious for breakfast, snack or dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini
- 3 ripe bananas-mashed
- 2 eggs well beaten
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoon vanilla
- 3 tablespoon cream cheese
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
In a small bowl mix flour, cinnamon, baking powder and baking soda, set aside.
In another bowl combine beaten eggs, sugar, vegetable oil and vanilla, beat for 3 minutes.
Mash the bananas in another bowl and then add that along with the zucchini and banana to the wet mixture. Add dry ingredients. Mix until moistened.
Spray a 12 cup muffin pan with butter flavored cooking spray. Add 1/4 cup mix to all 12 muffin cups.
Cut 3 tablespoons of cream cheese into 12 pieces, add to the top of the mix. Top with remaining batter(1/4cup).
Bake 25 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. Let cool 10 minutes and remove to wire racks to finish cooling.
Notes
These muffins are really yummy after being reheated in the microwave for 10 - 15 seconds
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 262Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 117mgCarbohydrates: 37gFiber: 2gSugar: 17gProtein: 4g
This post was originally posted on Kiddies Corner Deals on August 26, 2011.
Lindsay says
OMG these look amazing!
Alexis AKA MOM says
Oh delish my dear!!!
Dee @ Cocktails with Mom says
I just have to try these. Looks delish.
Dee @ Cocktails with Mom says
I just have to try these. Looks delish!
Kelly says
These sound like a great spin on a favorite! I might even use applesauce in place of oil to get more fruit in my daughter!
Beeb Ashcroft says
Oooh ooh yum! I love zucchini and I love bananas, so this is a winner!
Natalie A. says
Yum, I love Zucchini Recipes! You can’t go wrong with Zucchini and Banana Baking recipes! I’ll have to try this out sometime especially using my zucchini from the garden!
Kathleen says
I love Zucchini bread and I love banana nut muffins, so this sounds like the perfect blend of the two!
Louise says
Wow these look so yummy!
Melinda says
mmmm, I love zuchinni bread, especially when I can see it. these look so good
Tesa @ 2 Wired 2 Tired says
We were overrun with zucchini this year. I’ve been looking for great recipes and this one looks fantastic! I can’t wait to give it a try!
Louise says
These look so good.
The Jacobsen Family says
These seriously look AMAZING! Thanks for another great recipe! =)
Xenia @ Thanks, Mail Carrier says
The girls and I finally made these today and I have to say, Nichol, I’m disappointed that you’ve been lying all this time about not being able to bake. These muffins = YUM! I have you to blame when I gain weight this week because I just ate 3 of them and I’m eying up the rest! :)
Nichol says
Make sure you warm the ones that have been sitting out in the micro much better! Is there any left?? So glad you liked them girl.