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Banana Cinnamon Pecan Cupcakes: The Best Cream Cheese Delight

Banana Cinnamon Pecan Cupcakes with Cream Cheese
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Delicious and moist banana cinnamon pecan cupcakes topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
  2. In a bowl, mash the bananas and mix with cinnamon, set aside.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the banana mixture.
  7. Fold in the chopped pecans.
  8. Fill the cupcake liners with the batter and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  9. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and milk until desired consistency is reached.
  10. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.

Notes

  • Store cupcakes in an airtight container.
  • Enjoy within 3 days for the best flavor.

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