Gina's Banana Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Gina's Banana Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon fine salt; 1 stick (4 ounces) butter, softened; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup sour cream; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 2 large eggs; 2 large ripe bananas, peeled and mashed; 3/4 cup chopped walnuts; 4 ounces cream cheese, softened; 2 tablespoons butter, softened; 2 tablespoons molasses; 2 cups confectioners' sugar; 2 tablespoons whole milk; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Servings: persons

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
1 stick (4 ounces) butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup sour cream
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 large ripe bananas, peeled and mashed
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons molasses
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons whole milk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1
For the cupcakes: Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line a 12-cup standard muffin tin with paper cupcake liners.
2
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
3
Set aside.
4
In a large bowl, add the butter and granulated sugar.
5
Beat with a handheld mixer until combined.
6
Add the sour cream and vanilla.
7
Slowly beat in the eggs, one at a time.
8
Incorporate the dry mixture and wet mixture together until thoroughly combined.
9
Add the bananas and 1/2 cup walnuts, being careful not to overmix.
10
Using an ice cream scoop, fill each cupcake liner three-quarters of the way full.
11
Bake in the oven until the tops turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the middle of the cupcake comes out clean, 18 to 20 minutes.
12
Remove the cupcakes from the oven to a wire rack and let cool before frosting.
13
For the frosting: In a large bowl, add the cream cheese and butter.
14
Beat together until incorporated.
15
Add the molasses and mix well.
16
Stir in the confectioners' sugar, milk and vanilla.
17
To assemble: Heavily frost the cupcakes and garnish with the remaining 1/4 cup walnuts.

1247

kcal

Calories

Fat

166

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon fine salt, and more.

Yes, Gina's Banana Cupcakes 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.

Gina's Banana Cupcakes

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