These steamed banana cupcakes are soft, moist, and lightly sweet — perfect for merienda or as baon for your little chikitings. Steaming is a simple, no‑bake method that gives you fluffy, delicious cupcakes without using an oven.
Ingredients for Steamed Banana Cupcakes
Prepare the following ingredients:
- 3 overripe bananas, sliced
- 1 cup all‑purpose flour
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup evaporated milk (I used Alaska brand — my Lola Eping’s favorite for creamy Pinoy desserts)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (or vegetable oil/margarine)
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 cups water (for steaming)
How to Make Steamed Banana Moist Cupcakes
1. Prepare the Wet Ingredients
- Place the sliced overripe bananas in a large bowl. Mash with a fork if preferred.
- Add the egg.
- Pour in the evaporated milk.
- Add the melted butter.
- Add the vanilla extract.
- Blend all wet ingredients using a hand mixer or stand mixer until smooth.
2. Add the Dry Ingredients
- Add the all‑purpose flour.
- Add the packed brown sugar.
- Add the baking powder.
- Add the baking soda.
- Add the salt.
- Mix until well combined, then let the batter rest for 5–10 minutes to allow the leavening agents to activate.
3. Prepare the Steamer
- Lightly brush each cupcake mold with melted butter.
- Place six molds inside the steamer — avoid overcrowding so the cupcakes cook evenly.
4. Fill and Steam
- Fill each mold ¾ full with batter.
- Cover and steam for 15 minutes over boiling water.
- Do not lift the lid while steaming to maintain consistent heat.
5. Check and Cool
- After 15 minutes, remove the lid quickly to prevent water from dripping onto the cupcakes.
- Insert a toothpick — it should come out slightly dry.
- Let the cupcakes cool to release excess moisture.
- Transfer to a cooling rack or plate before removing from the molds.
6. Serve and Enjoy
- Spread a little butter on top for extra creaminess.
- Best enjoyed with coffee, tea, or juice.
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
- Cupcake molds
- Steamer
- Knife (for slicing bananas)
- Fork (for mashing)
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Tablecloth or kitchen rag
- Cooling rack
Yield
This recipe makes 12 pieces of moist, fluffy steamed banana cupcakes.
Final Thoughts
Thank you so much for joining me in this Pinoy cooking adventure. These no‑bake steamed banana cupcakes are simple, affordable, and perfect for family merienda. If you enjoyed this recipe, feel free to share it with your friends and loved ones.
Happy steaming and have a great day!