These muffins are a warm twist on the classic banana muffin, made even more flavorful with browned butter and pure maple syrup. They're perfect for using up overripe bananas and make a cozy morning treat or sweet afternoon snack.
I love adding rum extract to banana recipes. It brings out a natural sweetness and depth that reminds me of my mom's baked goods. If you're looking for more comforting muffin ideas, try my Applesauce Muffins or these Classic Raisin Bran Muffins for something equally cozy and simple.
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Why You'll Love Browned Butter Banana Muffins
Browning the butter adds a rich nutty flavor that makes these muffins feel bakery worthy.
No refined sugar: they're sweetened with pure maple syrup and the ripe bananas.
Quick and easy to make with just one bowl and no mixer needed.
Key Ingredients
Ripe bananas: naturally sweet and soft, they add flavor and moisture to the muffins.
Pure maple syrup: a natural sweetener that adds depth and richness.
Rum extract: brings out the caramel tones of the banana and butter, giving a warm bakery aroma.
Unsalted butter: browned to deepen the flavor and give the muffins a golden, rich taste.
Self-rising flour: makes the batter foolproof and keeps the muffins light and fluffy.
Large egg: helps bind everything together and adds structure.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Rum extract: use vanilla or almond extract for a different flavor.
- Maple syrup: replace with honey or brown sugar if needed.
- Self-rising flour: use 1-¾ cup of all purpose flour plus 2-¼ teaspoons baking powder and ½ teaspoon salt.
Recipe Variations
- Add chocolate chips for a sweet twist.
- Mix in chopped pecans or walnuts for texture and crunch.
- Sprinkle turbinado sugar on top before baking for a sparkly, crisp muffin top.
Top Tips
- Watch the butter carefully while browning. It can go from golden to burnt fast.
- Mash the bananas well, but leave a few small chunks for texture.
- Don't overmix the batter once the flour goes in or the muffins will be dense.
Storage and Reheating
- Store cooled muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.
- Freeze muffins up to two months.
- If desired, Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or warm in a 300 degree oven for 5-7 minutes.
Serve with...
Enjoy these banana muffins warm with a pat of butter and a side of berries for breakfast. They also go perfectly with a cup of coffee and air fryer bacon.
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📖 Recipe
Browned Butter Banana Muffins
Equipment
- Heavy bottomed saucepan
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Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe bananas
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon rum extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter , melted and browned
- 1 large egg
- 1¾ cup self-rising flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375℉.
- Line a 12 cup muffin pan with paper liners. Place bananas in a large bowl and mash well, leaving a few chunks.
- Add maple syrup and rum extract and stir to combine.
- Place the butter in a heavy saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until golden brown. Pay close attention to the butter or it will easily burn on you.
- Add 1 cup of the mashed banana mixture to the browned butter. Simmer a another minute or so until a darker color is achieved. Be very careful when adding the banana mixture to the butter as it will bubble and spatter.
- Return butter/banana mixture to the remaining banana mixture in bowl. Whisk in egg until well incorporated. Fold in flour until just combined.
- With a large cookie scoop, evenly divide batter into prepared muffin cups.
- Bake for 22-25 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean when inserted into center of muffin. Cool on a wire rack.
Shelby Law Ruttan says
Made these last night for a family treat and they still turned out just as delicious as the first time! Really easy to mix and bake and domed up perfectly!
bellini says
The brown butter is the lure here. I love banana muffins at the best of times.
yung@foodyoo.com says
Wow…this sound so good. I love muffin, but hardly bake them myself. I always think that baking is not easy and the outcomes always make me depress. This recipe seem simple, I like it. 🙂
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Helene Peloquin says
Happy Mother's Day!
Joanne T Ferguson says
Gday! Bananas and Rum....sounds like a great Bananas Foster recipe too!
Happy Mother's Day too!
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honeyb says
Happy Mother's Day, Shelby! And yum to the muffins. Banana is my favorite and I actually have some self-rising flour to use.
Melissa Bo says
Your recipe sounds so good! =)
Have a awesome weekend!