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Banana Cinnamon Pecan Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Banana Cinnamon Pecan Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting. These moist, flavorful cupcakes are perfect for any occasion, from casual family dinners to festive gatherings. Made with ripe bananas, aromatic cinnamon, and crunchy pecans, they deliver a unique taste that will satisfy your sweet tooth. Topped with rich cream cheese frosting and garnished with additional pecans, these cupcakes are not only a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes. Quick and easy to make, this recipe allows you to customize each cupcake with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or different nuts. Enjoy these scrumptious delights at your next celebration!

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 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 ripe banana, mashed
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • For the frosting: 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 oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, mix softened butter, eggs, mashed banana until smooth.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed; fold in pecans.
  5. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let cool on a wire rack before frosting with cream cheese mixture.

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