Pineapple-banana muffins made with ripe bananas and crushed pineapple are an easy, tropical-inspired bake that comes together quickly and delivers a soft, bright-flavored bite.
If you have overripe bananas on the counter and a can of pineapple in the pantry, this recipe is about to become your new favorite. These banana pineapple muffins are wonderfully moist thanks to the fruit, rich from brown sugar, and lightly spiced with cinnamon for cozy bakery-style flavors. Everything mixes together in one large bowl, making cleanup simple and the process stress-free. You do not need fancy steps or complicated techniques, just whisk the wet ingredients, stir in the dry ingredients, and let the oven do the work. They are perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even a simple dessert that feels homemade and comforting.
Ingredients
Egg
Ripe bananas
Crushed pineapple
Brown sugar
Vegetable oil
Vanilla extract
Self-rising purpose flour
Cinnamon
Equipment Needed
Large bowl
Whisk
Muffin tin
Liners
Cooking spray
Oven
Wire racks
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and prepare a muffin tin with liners or cooking spray. Make sure your egg is at room temperature so it blends smoothly into the batter.
In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, mashed ripe bananas, crushed pineapple, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. These are your wet ingredients, and they should look glossy and well combined.
Add the self-rising flour and cinnamon directly to the bowl with the wet ingredients. Since self-rising flour already contains salt and soda, there is no need to add extra dry ingredients. Stir gently until a thick batter forms. Do not overmix.
Divide the batter evenly into the prepared pan. A kids’ scoop, or cookie scoop, makes this quick and ensures the muffins are the same size.
Bake until a toothpick or tester inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to finish cooling.
Pineapple Banana Muffins
Pineapple-banana muffins made with ripe bananas and crushed pineapple are an easy, tropical-inspired bake that comes together quickly and delivers a soft, bright-flavored bite.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup ripe mashed banana
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup crushed pineapple
- 1 cup self-rising flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or lightly grease.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, mashed banana, crushed pineapple, sugar, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
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Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon directly on top of the wet ingredients. Gently stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
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Divide batter evenly into 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
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Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Muffin recipes you should also try
If you love these banana muffins, be sure to check out the other muffin recipes on my blog.
Crushed pineapple muffins
Mandarin Orange Muffins
Banana Pistachio Muffins
Olive Oil Chocolate Chip Muffins
Apple Pie Muffins
Pineapple Blueberry Muffins
Storage Instructions
Store cooled muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for a couple of days. For longer storage, place them in freezer bags and freeze. You can reheat one in the microwave for a quick warm snack. These also pack well in lunchboxes and make an easy grab-and-go breakfast.
These banana pineapple muffins are soft, tender, and full of tropical flavors. The bananas add potassium and natural sweetness, the pineapple brings a boost of vitamin c, and together they create a moist texture that feels rich without needing butter. Every bite tastes like a little bit of sunshine.
I hope you bake this recipe soon. When you do, please comment on the recipe card to let me know how they turned out. You can also share your muffins with me on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest. I love seeing your creations and hearing which flavors your family enjoys most.
