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Banana Muffins

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  • DOMAIN(S)
    Approaches to Play and Learning (APL)
  • INDICATOR(S)
    APL5.2b
  • AGE GROUP(S)
    24-36 months

Reading a story such as “The Little Red Hen” by Margot Zemach before baking is a great way to introduce the concept of working together. You will need:


1/2 cup butter (1 stick)

1 cup sugar

3 ripe bananas

2 eggs

2 cups flour

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon vanilla


When cooking with young children, it is important to get everyone involved. Encourage the children to take turns adding all the ingredients. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar; then add the eggs and vanilla. Help the children crack the eggs into a small bowl first so if they get shell in the eggs, it can be removed easily. Young children love to crack eggs. Next have the children peel the bananas and put them in a baggie. Seal it tightly, then have the children mash the bananas. Add this to the wet ingredients, mixing all together well. Have the children add the dry ingredients and mix again. Have them take turns scooping the batter into well-sprayed muffin tins using an ice cream scoop. Bake in preheated oven at 350°F for 15 to 20 minutes. Enjoy delicious muffins. 


 

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