How to Make Caramel Banana Poke Muffins - A Step-by-Step Guide

Caramel Banana Poke Muffins are a delicious and indulgent treat that are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet dessert. These moist and fluffy muffins are filled with pockets of gooey caramel and topped with a creamy banana frosting, making them a truly irresistible treat for anyone with a sweet tooth.

The combination of ripe bananas and rich caramel make these muffins a popular choice for those looking for a comforting and satisfying baked good. They are simple to make and req...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups boiling water
  • ¾ cup old-fashioned oats
  • ½ cup butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup mashed overripe bananas
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 (14 ounce) can caramel-flavored sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (Optional)
  • 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut (Optional)
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 dozen

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  • Combine boiling water and oats in a small bowl; let stand for 20 minutes.
  • Combine 1/2 cup butter, 1 cup brown sugar, and white sugar in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until creamy, about 3 minutes. Add bananas, eggs, and vanilla extract; stir well to combine. Mix in oatmeal.
  • Sift flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt together in a bowl. Fold into the oatmeal mixture. Divide batter evenly among the muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Let cool in the tin, about 5 minutes.
  • Poke 3 deep holes into each muffin using the round handle of a small wooden spoon. Drizzle 1 tablespoon caramel-flavored condensed milk over each muffin. Let cool completely, about 15 minutes.
  • Mix 1 cup brown sugar, walnuts, coconut, 1/2 cup melted butter, and heavy cream together in a bowl to make topping. Sprinkle topping over muffins.
  • Nutrition

    666 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 87mg
    • Sodium: 414mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 98g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 75g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 130mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 240mg