An air fryer is all you need to make these fluffy and delicious banana bread muffins with walnuts!
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These air fryer banana bread muffins are a great way to make use of overly ripe bananas in your kitchen. They make for a great breakfast, brunch, or quick on-the-go snack. My family and I love them and I know that you will too!!
ingredients
This segment explains the best ingredients for making air fryer banana bread muffins and possible options for substitution. For measurements, see the recipe card provided at the bottom of this page.
The ingredients are pretty similar to my Air Fryer Banana Bread recipe. Here is what you will require:-
- medium to large ripe mashed bananas - the best kind of bananas to use are the ones that are extremely ripe and whose skin has brown spots or has already turned brown.
- olive oil - you can substitute this with coconut oil if you prefer.
- room-temperature, medium-sized eggs.
- sugar - while I used regular white sugar, I recommend using brown sugar if you prefer a sweeter and richer taste.
- all-purpose flour - you can make this recipe gluten-free by using gluten-free all-purpose flour.
- spices, seasoning, aroma, and leavening - cinnamon (optional), baking soda, baking powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- chopped roasted walnuts and chocolate chips.
how to make air fryer banana bread muffins
This segment gives a summary of how to make this recipe. You will find the full instructions in the recipe card provided at the bottom of this page.
- Preheat your air fryer for five minutes at 320°F or 160°C. Cream together the butter and sugar.
- Combine the mashed bananas with the eggs, olive oil, sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Mix in the rest of the ingredients to obtain a smooth batter.
- Fill silicon muffin cups ¾ way to about full, with the prepared batter.
- Air fry until properly browned outside and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
air fryer banana muffins temperature and time
Using a temperature of 320°F (160°C), muffins need 15-17 minutes to cook in the air fryer. The best way to tell whether the muffins are done is to insert a wooden toothpick into the centre of one of the muffins. The toothpick should come out clean or with just a few crumbs. If you realise that your muffins are not done, simply air fry them longer, checking at each 2-3 minute interval. Also, seeing that different air fryers cook differently, bear in mind that you may need to adjust the time accordingly by a few minutes, depending on the age, size, and power of your air fryer.
useful tips
- Muffins made using the air fryer tend to turn brown more quickly than in a conventional oven. If you notice that the muffins are too brown before they are totally cooked, simply reduce the temperature of your air fryer and cover them with aluminum foil.
- It is okay to use paper or silicon muffin liners as long as they can withstand a temperature of at least 400°F (204°C).
- Air fryers differ and will, therefore, cook differently so be ready to adjust the time accordingly, depending on the size, model, and even power of your air fryer.
- Seeing that these muffins contain fruit, it is important to store them properly so they do not end up developing mold or drying out altogether.
refrigeration and freezing
- store the muffins in airtight containers in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- To freeze, wrap in sealable containers and keep in the freezer for up to three months. To use from frozen, simply allow the muffins to thaw overnight in the fridge, then warm them for 1-2 minutes using your microwave or air fryer at 160°C /320°F.
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📖 Recipe
Air Fryer Banana Bread Muffins
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Ingredients
- 3 over-ripe bananas (mashed using the back of a fork)
- 1 medium-sized egg
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup olive oil
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1⅓ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- pinch of salt
- ½ chopped walnuts (or your preferred nuts)
- ½ chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer at a temperature of 320°F (160°C) for 5 minutes.
- Combine the mashed bananas, egg, sugar, olive oil, cinnamon and vanilla extract in a bowl.3 over-ripe bananas, 1 medium-sized egg, ½ cup sugar, ½ cup olive oil, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sprinkle the all-purpose flour, baking powder, pinch of salt, and baking soda on top, then fold to mix. Add the chopped walnuts and chocolate chips then combine.1⅓ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, pinch of salt, ½ chopped walnuts, ½ chocolate chips
- Divide the batter equally into muffin forms and carefully place these inside your air fryer basket. Air fry at 320°F (160°C) for 17 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
Notes
- Muffins made using the air fryer tend to turn brown more quickly than in a conventional oven. If you notice that the muffins are too brown before they are totally cooked, simply reduce the temperature of your air fryer and cover them with aluminum foil.
- It is okay to use paper or silicon muffin liners as long as they can withstand a temperature of at least 400°F (204°C).
- In case you are preparing a large batch, note that subsequent batches may require a shorter time to cook, as the air fryer has already been heated through.
- Air Fryers differ and will, therefore, cook differently so be ready to adjust the time accordingly, depending on the size, model, and even power of your air fryer.
- Seeing that these muffins contain fruit, it is important to store them properly so they do not end up developing mold or drying out altogether.
- use other ingredient additions such as chopped pecans, cranberries, or raisins, in addition to or in place of the walnuts - depending on your taste.
- substitute the cinnamon with your favorite spices such as pumpkin spice or nutmeg.
- make this recipe paleo-friendly by using cassava flour, coconut sugar, and coconut oil, to substitute the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and butter.
Mona
Kate, I gave your Air Fryer Banana Bread Muffins a go, and they were a hit! 😋 My kids couldn't get enough of them. Your recipe is a game-changer, and I love the unique twist using the air fryer.
Jo
I'd never baked anything in my air fryer until this recipe so I was nervous how well it'd work but not only did these muffins come out so perfect in both texture and taste, it was so much quicker and easier than heating up the big oven!
Kris
I landed here after searching for new ways to use my air fryer. I've mostly been using it to reheat pizza lol. Never thought of muffins. Great idea and they turned out beautifully.
Lucy
I love that you can freeze these banana bread muffins and they come out just as delicious as they were when initially made!
Toni
Tried making these banana muffins, and they turned out fantastic! Moist, sweet, and delicious. A must-try!