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Banana Cupcakes With Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting

Indulge in these moist and fluffy banana cupcakes topped with a rich cinnamon cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion, these cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines the natural sweetness of bananas with the warm spice of cinnamon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 muffin tin (12-cup)
  • 1 paper liners
  • 2 mixing bowls
  • 1 electric mixer or whisk
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 rubber spatula
  • 1 cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups mashed ripe bananas About 3 medium bananas.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Softened.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 8 oz cream cheese Softened.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Softened.
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk As needed for consistency.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas, softened butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in vanilla extract.
  • In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer the cupcakes to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  • For the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together in a mixing bowl until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
  • Add vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and milk as needed to reach your desired consistency. Mix until well combined.
  • Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, pipe or spread the cinnamon cream cheese frosting on top of each cupcake.

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas for optimal flavor and natural sweetness.
You can sprinkle additional ground cinnamon or chocolate shavings on top of the frosting for a decorative touch.
These cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.