Last Updated on December 5, 2023 by Kimberly Stroh

There’s nothing better than breaking open a warm muffin when you’ve got a hot cup of coffee. It’s one of my favorite ways to begin the day and these Strawberry Banana Muffins are delicious. The banana blends into the muffin matter, so there’s no chunks, and the strawberries are baked in. They’re a slightly sweet muffin that the whole family will love.

Muffins don’t get enough credit. Who doesn’t love a good muffin? They’re one of my favorite breakfast foods to meal prep. I’ll make a few dozen to keep on hand for the week and they kids go nuts for them. It takes the guessing game out of our busy weekday mornings and everyone starts their day with a full tummy.

You’ll love how easy these are to make and I’ll share how to keep them fresh to enjoy throughout the week. If it’s springtime, and strawberries are in season, I’ve got these in my kitchen ready to be enjoyed.

Looking for even more great muffin recipes? I love these Blueberry Streusel Muffins and Chocolate Protein Muffins for a healthier start to your day.

Tips For Making Strawberry Banana Muffins

There are a few tools you’ll need to make these Strawberry Banana Muffins. First, you’ll need a mixing bowl, electric mixer and sifter to produce the muffin batter. For baking, you’ll need a 12 count muffin tray that’s full size. If you’d like to use muffin wrappers to avoid the muffins sticking to the tray, that works with the recipe although it’s not needed. Some people just like to peel that wrapper when enjoying a muffin!

How To Check If Your Muffins Have Baked All The Way Through

Check the oven temperature to see that it matches the temperature set on the oven dial. Oven thermostats can vary over time, requiring adjustments by the baker or calibration by a professional. To insure the correct temperature each time you bake, always use an oven thermometer.

The best test to determine a muffin’s doneness is to insert a wooden pick into the center of one of the center muffins before removing the pan from the oven. If it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs clinging to the pick, the muffins are done. Sometimes outer muffins bake faster than center muffins.

How To Keep Your Muffins Fresh

Once your muffins have baked and cooled, transfer them to an airtight food storage container or gallon plastic bag. Keep the muffins sealed and they’ll stay fresh for several days. For best freshness, enjoy the muffins within 4-5 days baking. I like to bake these muffins on a Sunday and enjoy them throughout the work week.

Can You Freeze Strawberry Banana Muffins?

Yes! These muffins are great to freeze. Place them in freezer bags and store the muffins in the back of your freezer. The muffins can stay frozen for up to three months. Let them thaw on the countertop for several hours before enjoying again. If you’d like to heat your muffin, just use the microwave for 10 second increments.

Recipe Substitutions & Variations

The strawberries in the recipe can be replaced with other types of fruits. Try blueberries or raspberries if you want to mix up the recipe. I prefer the strawberry and banana flavors, but the other fruit options are also great. Want to make two types? Follow the recipe, divide the batter and add half strawberries and half of a different fruit. You’ll have two different muffin types baking in the same tray, at the same time.

What You Need From The Grocery Store:

• Unsalted Butter
• Granulated Sugar
• Egg
• Banana
• Vanilla Extract
• All-Purpose Flour
• Baking Powder
• Baking Soda
• Salt
• Fresh Strawberries
• Old-Fashioned Oats

Directions To Make Strawberry Banana Muffins

Preheat oven to 350°F.  In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until pale and fluffy. Add the egg, and vanilla, and beat for 1 minute.

Then add in the bananas and mix well. Sift in the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt).

Mix until right before it’s all combined. Add in the oats and strawberries.

Now mix all together with a rubber spatula. Using an ice cream scooper, scoop even portions into baking cup. Bake for 18-20 mins or until a toothpick comes out clean. Serve and Enjoy.