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    Home » Recipes » Sweet Breads & Muffins » Strawberry Banana Muffins with Yoghurt

    Strawberry Banana Muffins with Yoghurt

    Published: Sep 9, 2022 · Modified: Oct 23, 2022 by Lucy · This post may contain affiliate links · 14 Comments

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    A strawberry muffin on a cake stand with its paper case opened

    Light and fluffy strawberry banana muffins, made from scratch. These gorgeously soft and sweet muffins are so quick and easy to make, and are ready in just 30 minutes.

    Made with creamy yoghurt and bursting with fresh bananas and juicy strawberries, they make a perfect breakfast, lunchbox treat or snack on-the-go.

    A banana muffin with strawberries in a colourful paper case on a white stand.

    Looking for an easy lunchbox treat or afternoon snack that absolutely everyone will love? This recipe is bananas! B-A-N-A-N-A-S! 🍌🍌🍌

    I’m so excited to share this recipe with you! These deliciously soft and moist banana yoghurt muffins are dotted with plump, jammy strawberries and taste like banana bread, but with a lighter texture. And they are made with over-ripe bananas, so they are the perfect way to use up any spotty bananas in your fruit bowl.

    Make a double batch and keep them in the freezer, ready to grab-and-go on busy mornings! Strawberry banana muffins only take an hour or so to thaw at room temperature, so they make the perfect treat for lunchboxes. And while we're on the subject of delicious strawberry and yoghurt-y treats, this strawberry and yoghurt loaf is a must-try!

    The yoghurt adds moisture and creaminess, while the strawberries and mashed banana add sweetness and so much fruity flavour. My goodness, they are just SO good! Got some soft bananas and some strawberries ready to go? Let’s make them together!

    Why You're Going To Love This Recipe

    • Quick and easy – you only need 3 ripe bananas, some fresh (or frozen) strawberries and a handful of simple pantry ingredients to get started. And they require only 10 minutes of hands-on prep time.
    • Ultra-moist – they are super moist thanks to the yoghurt, mashed bananas and brown sugar. They are beautifully soft and light, with a tender crumb.
    • Freezer-friendly – keep them on hand for an easy grab-and-go breakfast, work or school snack, or afternoon treat.
    • Conventional and Thermomix - this recipe can be made conventionally or in a Thermomix.
    A batch of fruity muffins on a baking tray.

    What You Need

    You only need some fresh (or frozen) fruit and a handful of basic pantry ingredients to make these easy strawberry banana muffins!

    Note: Please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.

    All ingredients for strawberry banana muffins, laid out on a bench top.
    • Plain flour – also called all-purpose flour; the structure of the muffins.
    • Raising agents - both baking powder and bicarb soda (baking soda) are used, for lift and rise. Check the expiry on the packet and make sure they are in-date, as expired products will not be effective.
    • Salt - just a pinch.
    • Butter – adds fat to the muffins, which is important for texture and tenderisation. Use regular, full-fat butter for best results.
    • Caster sugar – a superfine sugar that adds sweetness and texture.
    • Brown sugar - for added moisture and flavour.
    • Eggs – 2 large eggs at room temperature. Use free-range where possible.
    • Bananas – use bananas that are brown, spotty and soft. Over-ripe bananas are perfect here because they add extra sweetness and moisture to the muffins. If you have an excess of brown bananas, you can mash more and store them in the freezer until you’re ready to use them. Use a fork to finely mash the bananas so you don't end up with large chunks of banana in your muffins.
    • Vanilla extract - or vanilla essence.
    • Yoghurt – Greek yoghurt adds creaminess, tenderness and moisture to the muffins. You can use plain, unflavoured and unsweetened Greek yoghurt or even add unsweetened strawberry flavoured yoghurt for extra strawberry flavour.
    • Strawberries – use fresh or frozen chopped strawberries. There’s no need to thaw frozen strawberries.
    A single strawberry muffin in a colourful case on a white cake stand, with a muffin tray in the background.

    Equipment Required

    This recipe yields approximately 16 muffins, so you will need 2 x standard 12-hole muffin trays (or bake in batches if you only have one). The batter only requires two mixing bowls (one for the wet and one for the dry ingredients) and either electric hand-held beaters or a large wooden spoon for beating everything together.

    This recipe can also be made in a Thermomix.

    Step By Step Instructions

    Note: Please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.

    Step 1 - Mix The Dry Ingredients

    Sift the plain flour, baking powder, bi-carb soda and salt into a bowl and set aside.

    Flour being sifted into a glass mixing bowl.
    Sifted dry ingredients in a mixing bowl.

    Step 2 - Make The Batter

    In a separate bowl, beat the butter, caster sugar and brown sugar until creamy and fluffy.

    Creamed butter and sugars in a mixing bowl.

    Add the eggs, one at a time, and continue to beat until well combined.

    Eggs being added to creamed butter and sugar mixture in a mixing bowl.
    Creamed butter and egg mixture in a mixing bowl.

    Add the mashed bananas, vanilla extract and Greek yoghurt and beat until combined.

    Yoghurt and banana added to muffin batter in a bowl.

    Step 3 - Add The Dry Ingredients

    Add the reserved dry ingredients and fold through until mixture is just combined.

    Dry ingredients added to muffin batter in a bowl.
    Muffin batter in a mixing bowl.

    Step 4 - Add Strawberries

    Add the chopped strawberries and gently fold through.

    Chopped strawberries being added to muffin batter in a bowl.
    Finished batter with strawberries mixed through in a bowl.

    Step 5 - Bake

    Divide the mixture equally between the lined muffin holes (depending on the size of your muffin trays, this recipe will make anywhere from 12 very large to 24 small muffins).

    A muffin tray lined with paper cases and filled with batter.

    Bake until the tops are golden and the muffins spring back slightly when gently pressed on top.

    Expert Tips

    • Make sure you use overripe, brown bananas. The spottier, the better! The riper the bananas are, the sweeter and more flavourful the muffins will be.
    • Don’t overmix the muffin batter. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet batter until just combined. It’s ok to have a few little pockets of flour remain, but overmixing will make dry, dense muffins that don’t rise.
    • For moist and fluffy muffins, try not to overbake them or they will dry out. Take them out once they are golden on top and spring back when gently pressed on top.
    • This recipe makes about 16 regular-sized strawberry banana muffins when using a standard muffin tray. But the results can vary between 12 large or 24 small muffins, depending on the size of your muffin tray.
    • Got some excess spotty bananas in your fruit bowl? Mash them and store them in the freezer until you are ready to bake with them! Thaw in the fridge overnight or at room temperature.

    FAQ's

    Can you make muffins with frozen strawberries?

    Absolutely! If strawberries are not in season or hard to come by, you can swap the fresh strawberries for frozen strawberries in equal quantities. There is no need to thaw them first, but they do need to be chopped.

    Storage

    These strawberry banana muffins are best eaten fresh, on the day they are made. I recommend storing any leftover muffins in the freezer to maintain freshness, but they can also be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for 2-3 days, or in the fridge for 3-4 days. I recommend bringing them back to room temperature before eating, as they will become firmer in the fridge.

    Can I freeze them?

    These muffins can be frozen for up to 3 months. To freeze, allow them to cool completely and wrap them (this is optional but helps to prevent freezer damage) before adding them to an airtight container in the freezer. Separate any layers with baking paper to prevent sticking. Frozen muffins will thaw in a couple of hours, making them perfect for adding to lunchboxes!

    A strawberry and banana muffin on top of an open paper case on a white cake stand.

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    A banana muffin with chunks of strawberries on a paper case.

    Strawberry Banana Muffins with Yoghurt

    Light and fluffy strawberry banana muffins, made from scratch. These gorgeously soft and sweet muffins are so quick and easy to make and are ready in just 30 minutes.
    5 from 19 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Snacks
    Cuisine: Muffins
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 16 muffins
    Calories: 175kcal
    Author: Lucy - Bake Play Smile

    Ingredients

    • 280 g (2¼ cups) plain flour
    • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
    • ½ tsp bi-carb soda
    • pinch salt
    • 60 g butter softened
    • 120 g (½ cup) caster sugar
    • 50 g (¼ cup) brown sugar
    • 2 eggs room temperature
    • 3 bananas mashed, very ripe
    • 2 tsp vanilla extract
    • 285 g (1 cup) greek yoghurt
    • 250 g (1 cup) chopped strawberries

    Instructions

    Conventional Method

    • Preheat oven to 180 degrees celsius (fan-forced). Line 2 x 12-hole muffin trays with paper liners and set aside.
    • Sift the flour, baking powder, bi-carb soda and salt into a bowl and set aside.
    • In a separate bowl, beat the butter, caster sugar and brown sugar until creamy.
    • Add the eggs, one at a time, and continue to beat until well combined.
    • Add the mashed bananas, vanilla extract and greek yoghurt and beat until combined.
    • Add the reserved dry ingredients and fold through until just combined.
    • Add the chopped strawberries and gently fold through.
    • Divide the mixture equally between the muffin holes (depending on the size of your muffin trays, this recipe will make anywhere from 12 very large to 24 small muffins).
    • Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the tops are golden.
    • Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the trays for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Thermomix Method

    • Preheat oven to 180 degrees celsius (fan-forced). Line 2 x 12-hole muffin trays with liners and set aside.
    • Place the flour, baking powder, bi-carb soda and salt into the Thermomix bowl and sift by pressing Turbo 5-10 times. Set aside in a separate bowl.
    • Place the butter, caster sugar and brown sugar into the Thermomix bowl and cream for 30 seconds, Speed 4. Scrape down the sides and repeat for a further 20 seconds.
    • Reduce to Speed 3 and with the blades turning, add the eggs, one at a time, and continue to mix until well combined.
    • Add the mashed bananas, vanilla extract and greek yoghurt and mix for 20 seconds on Speed 5.
    • Add the reserved dry ingredients and mix for 5 seconds on Speed 4, or until just combined. Add the chopped strawberries and gently fold through with a spatula.
    • Divide the mixture equally between the muffin holes (depending on the size of your muffin trays, this recipe will make anywhere from 12 very large to 24 small muffins).
    • Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the tops are golden.
    • Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the trays for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Notes

    RECIPE NOTES & TIPS:
    • Make sure you use overripe, brown bananas - the spottier, the better! The riper the bananas are, the sweeter and more flavourful the muffins will be.
    • Don’t overmix the muffin batter. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet batter until just combined. It’s ok to have a few little pockets of flour remain, but overmixing will make dry, dense muffins that don’t rise.
    • For moist and fluffy muffins, try not to overbake them or they will dry out. Take them out once they are golden on top and spring back when gently pressed on top.
    • This recipe makes about 16 regular-sized muffins when using a standard muffin tray. But the results can vary between 12 large or 24 small muffins, depending on the size of your muffin tray.
    • Got some excess spotty bananas in your fruit bowl? Mash them and store them in the freezer until you are ready to bake with them! Thaw in the fridge overnight or at room temperature.
    • If strawberries are not in season or hard to come by, you can swap the fresh strawberries for frozen strawberries in equal quantities. There is no need to thaw them first, but they do need to be chopped.
    • Storage - these muffins are best eaten fresh, on the day they are made. I recommend storing any leftover muffins in the freezer to maintain freshness, but they can also be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for 2-3 days, or in the fridge for 3-4 days. I recommend bringing them back to room temperature before eating, as they will become firmer in the fridge.
    • Freezing - these muffins can be frozen for up to 3 months. To freeze, allow them to cool completely and wrap them (this is optional but helps to prevent freezer damage) before adding them to an airtight container in the freezer. Separate any layers with baking paper to prevent sticking. Frozen muffins will thaw in a couple of hours, making them perfect for adding to lunchboxes!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 83mg | Potassium: 157mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 1.9mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Arti

      July 18, 2021 at 4:49 pm

      Very nice muffins. Afternoon tea hit during these lockdown times

      Reply
      • Lucy

        July 19, 2021 at 9:26 am

        Fantastic!

        Reply
    2. Tui

      November 27, 2020 at 8:27 am

      5 stars
      Best muffins I have managed to make in a long time. Yummy with the chunks of strawberrie

      Reply
      • Lucy

        November 27, 2020 at 8:45 am

        That's so great to hear!

        Reply
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