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January 31, 2026

These yummy Banana Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting are delightfully tender and buttery with a fluffy textured frosting that is so irresistible!

Banana Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Banana Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Banana Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Banana Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Banana Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Banana Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Banana Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Banana Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Banana Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Banana Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting cover
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Banana Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients

Milk and 4 other allergens identified

Instructions

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To make the Cupcakes

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Preheat the oven to 400℉. Line a 12-count cupcake tin with cupcake liners.
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In a large bowl using an electric handheld mixer, cream the softened butter and brown sugar on medium speed until combined. Add the eggs, vanilla, and mashed bananas and continue beating for 30 seconds.
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In another smaller bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Add into the wet ingredients alongside the milk and mix at low speed just until incorporated.
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Scoop the batter into the lined cupcake tin, filling each cup to the top. Bake in a 400℉ oven for 5 minutes, then lower the temperature to 350℉ and continue baking for another 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cupcake comes out clean. Let cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to finish cooling completely before icing.

To make the Frosting

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Using an electric handheld mixer, whip the softened cream cheese and butter at high speed until creamy. Add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, mixing at low speed until fully incorporated. Lastly, blend in the milk, increase the speed to high, and beat for 30 seconds until fluffy.
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Fill a piping bag fitted with your desired tip with the finished frosting. Pipe onto each cupcake, distributing it evenly between all the cupcakes. Sprinkle each cupcake with a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to garnish, if desired. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

  • Banana Ripeness Matters 🍌
    Use overripe bananas with dark brown spots for maximum sweetness and moisture in your cupcakes - they'll provide deeper flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Cream Cheese Frosting Secret 🧈
    Ensure cream cheese and butter are at exactly room temperature to create a smooth, lump-free frosting that pipes perfectly and has a silky texture.
  • Muffin Tin Magic 🧁
    Use a light-colored muffin tin and fill cups only 2/3 full to ensure even baking and prevent overflow, creating perfectly domed cupcakes.
  • Spice Enhancement Trick 🌿
    Toast your ground cinnamon or nutmeg briefly in a dry pan before adding to the batter to unlock deeper, more complex flavor notes.
  • Moisture Preservation Technique 💧
    Allow cupcakes to cool completely in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to prevent moisture loss and maintain tender crumb.

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Knead Some Sweets

Hi, I'm Naomi! Recipe developer, food photographer, author, and baking enthusiast behind Knead Some Sweets.

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