Caramel Banana Poke Muffins Recipe

Name: Caramel Banana Poke Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups boiling water; 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats; 1/2 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 3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Topping:; 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); 1/2 cup butter, melted; 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups boiling water
3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 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 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
Topping:
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)
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2
Combine boiling water and oats in a small bowl; let stand for 20 minutes.
3
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.
4
Sift flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt together in a bowl. Fold into the oatmeal mixture. Divide batter evenly among the muffin cups.
5
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.
6
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.
7
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.

2460

kcal

Calories

168

Fat

231

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups boiling water, 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats, 1/2 cup butter at room temperature, 1 cup packed brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Caramel Banana Poke Muffins falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Caramel Banana Poke Muffins

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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