How to Make Caribbean Banana Muffins - A Step-by-Step Guide

Caribbean Banana Muffins are a delightful tropical twist on the classic banana muffin. Packed with the sweet, ripe flavor of bananas and a hint of Caribbean spices, these muffins are a perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack any time of the day. Whether you're yearning for a taste of the islands or just craving a new flavor in your baking repertoire, these muffins are sure to become a family favorite.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 medium bananas
  • 1 tablespoon rum extract
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • ½ cup chopped dried pineapple

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 muffins

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare 12 muffin cups with paper liners.
  • Sift the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt into a bowl; set aside. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then beat in the bananas and rum extract. Stir in the flour mixture. Fold in the shredded coconut and pineapple; mixing just enough to evenly distribute. Evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    322 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 51mg
    • Sodium: 297mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 26g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 42mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 247mg