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Banana Cinnamon Pecan Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Banana Cinnamon Pecan Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

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Indulge in the delightful experience of Banana Cinnamon Pecan Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting. These moist, flavorful cupcakes blend the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the warm spice of cinnamon and a satisfying crunch from toasted pecans. Topped with a rich cream cheese frosting, they’re perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration or a cozy evening at home. Easy to prepare and irresistible, these cupcakes will surely impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 ripe banana, mashed
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, beat together softened butter, eggs, vanilla extract, sour cream, and mashed banana until smooth.
  4. Gradually combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients using a spatula until just mixed; fold in chopped pecans.
  5. Evenly distribute the batter into cupcake liners and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.

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