"Roasting the fruit before folding it into the batter gives these cupcakes a pronounced banana flavor and keeps them very moist. Honey, often paired with bananas, is added to the frosting...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 ripe bananas, plus 1 to 2 more for garnish
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3/4 cup sugar
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2 cups cake flour (not self-rising), sifted
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3 large eggs, separated
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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Honey-Cinnamon Frosting (see link below for recipe)
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature