INGREDIENTS
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Banana Monkey Muffins - makes 12 muffins
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2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/3 cup chilled shortening
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1/2 cup buttermilk ( I used 1/2 cup milk mixed with 1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar and allowed it to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes)
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2 bananas, mashed
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1/4 cup butter, melted
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
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Frosting
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3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
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1/4 cup (2 oz.) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
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5 teaspoons warm water
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract