Pecan Banana Cupcakes
Pecans are native to North America and are a key ingredient in traditional Southern cuisine.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.
Pecan Banana Cupcakes
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the egg, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
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Fold in the chopped pecans.
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Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and creamy.
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Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them with the cream cheese frosting.
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Optional: Garnish with additional chopped pecans.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 240kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
- Sugars 18g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
