Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of flavors with our Banana Cinnamon Pecan Cupcakes topped with tangy Cream Cheese Frosting. These moist and fluffy treats are perfect for any occasion, from birthday celebrations to cozy afternoon snacks. The rich taste of ripe bananas melds beautifully with warm cinnamon and crunchy pecans, creating a cupcake that’s sure to impress. Topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes offer a heavenly bite that balances sweetness with a touch of tang. Easy to make and versatile enough for any gathering, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to satisfy their sweet tooth!
Ingredients
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- 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
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix the softened butter, eggs, vanilla extract, sour cream, and mashed banana until smooth.
- Gradually combine the wet ingredients into the dry mixture using a spatula until just blended; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
- Divide the batter evenly into the cupcake liners and bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 205mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg