Pumpkin Muffins with Banana Cream

12 servings

45 minutes

Pumpkin muffins with banana cream are a cozy dessert that carries the warmth of home baking and the richness of autumn flavors. This recipe, inspired by Yugoslav traditions, combines the sweetness of pumpkin with spicy notes of cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a soft and airy texture. The delicate banana cream with mascarpone adds creamy richness, making each bite truly delightful. The muffins are perfect for morning coffee or a cozy tea time, especially on cool evenings. They can be topped with nuts, caramel, or favorite spices, turning a simple dessert into a small gastronomic masterpiece. This recipe conveys the cozy moments of family meals, reminding us of home warmth and the joy of baking together.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 354.9
• Proteins: 3.9g
• Fats: 23.3g
• Carbohydrates: 33.4g

Ingredients

• Butter: 200 g
• Sugar: 0.8 glass
• Salt: 0.5 tsp
• Grated pumpkin: 200 g
• Cinnamon: 1 tsp
• Nutmeg: pinch
• Wheat flour: 1.5 glass
• Bananas: 1 pc
• Mascarpone cheese: 250 g
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Baking powder: 2 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.

2. Grate the pumpkin on a coarse grater. Melt the butter or use it at room temperature (when it's very soft).

   Required ingredients:

   • Grated pumpkin: 200 g
   • Butter: 200 g

3. Mix all ingredients until smooth (you can add a tablespoon of milk to the batter for moister muffins) and distribute into muffin molds (using paper liners is very convenient).

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 1.5 glass
   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
   • Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
   • Nutmeg:  pinch
   • Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Sugar: 0.8 glass
   • Butter: 200 g
   • Grated pumpkin: 200 g

4. Send the future muffins to the oven for 25–35 minutes, depending on their size and what you are baking them in.

5. While the muffins are baking, mash the banana into a puree and mix it with cheese. Add sugar to taste (1-3 tablespoons). Place in the refrigerator.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bananas: 1 piece
   • Mascarpone cheese: 250 g
   • Sugar: 0.8 glass

6. Cool the muffins for 20 minutes.

7. Next, I can suggest two serving options: 1 - cover the muffins with cream using a pastry syringe or simply a spoon; 2 - cut the muffin into slices in a glass, pour a couple of spoons of syrup (0.5 cup of water, 1 tablespoon of sugar, a spoon of cognac or vanilla liqueur). Top with cream.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 0.8 glass
   • Butter: 200 g
   • Bananas: 1 piece
   • Mascarpone cheese: 250 g

8. You can sprinkle with spices (cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla), nuts, or drizzle with caramel.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
   • Nutmeg:  pinch

9. Cool before serving.