These Vegan Banana Cupcakes are moist, fluffy, and bursting with banana flavor. They’re perfect for using up overripe bananas and can be topped with your favorite frosting. Here’s how to make them!

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
• ½ cup (100g) light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
• 1 cup (225g) mashed ripe bananas (about 2-3 medium bananas)
• ½ cup (120ml) soy milk (or any non-dairy milk)
• ½ cup (120ml) canola oil (or vegetable oil)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

For the Frosting (Optional):

• 1 batch of vegan buttercream or peanut butter frosting

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a cupcake tray with 12 cupcake liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the mashed bananas, soy milk, oil, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar until well combined.
4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
5. Fill Cupcake Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Frost the Cupcakes: Once cooled, frost with your favorite vegan frosting.
9. Serve and Enjoy: Your Vegan Banana Cupcakes are ready to be enjoyed!

Tips

• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
• Customization: Add chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture and flavor.
• Gluten-Free Option: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend that contains xanthan gum for best results.

These Vegan Banana Cupcakes are not only easy to make but also deliciously satisfying! Enjoy your baking!