Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. This step is crucial to ensure your muffins rise perfectly and develop that golden crust we all love.
Prepare your muffin pan by spraying it with non-stick cooking spray. This will prevent any sticky situations later on!
In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and both sugars. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well mixed. The scents of cinnamon and sugar start to fill your kitchen.
In a separate bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, bananas, Greek yogurt, butter, vanilla, and eggs. Mix well using a hand mixer or food processor until everything is smooth and creamy. This mixture is the heart of your muffins!
Now it’s time to combine the wet and dry ingredients. Carefully fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture using a spatula. Be gentle! You want to mix until just combined, leaving some lumps for a fluffy texture.
Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin pan, filling each cup about two-thirds full. This allows room for the muffins to rise.
In a separate bowl, stir together the pecans, sugar, and cinnamon. This mixture will be sprinkled on top of each muffin for a crunchy topping.
Spoon or sprinkle this pecan mixture on top of each filled muffin cup. The added texture makes each muffin even more delightful!
Now it’s time to bake! Place the muffin pan in the oven and bake for approximately 20 to 25 minutes. The muffins are done when a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, and they spring back when lightly touched. Your kitchen will smell heavenly!
Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This cooling step helps maintain their perfect texture.
