Ingredients
Method
The Dry Integration
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line one or two standard metal muffin pans with high-quality paper liners (yields 12 to 16 muffins depending on the pan size).
- In a medium ceramic bowl, vigorously whisk together the all-purpose flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, baking powder, and kosher salt. This ensures the leavening agents are perfectly distributed, guaranteeing an even rise.
The Wet Emulsion
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly mash the ripe bananas until virtually liquid.
- Stir the large eggs, vegetable oil, canned pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, and packed dark brown sugar into the mashed bananas, whisking until the wet ingredients form a smooth, unified emulsion.
The Batter Build
- Pour the dry flour mixture directly into the wet pumpkin and banana emulsion.
- Using a wooden spoon or rubber spatula, gently fold the ingredients together only until just combined. Do not overmix, as overworking the gluten will result in a dense, tough crumb.
The Bake & Execution
- Use a heavy-duty ice cream scoop to portion the thick batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each nearly to the top to encourage a high dome.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 22 minutes. The muffins are finished when the tops spring back gently to the touch and a wooden tester inserted into the center comes out perfectly clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm.