Description
Banana Bread Muffins with Chocolate Chips are a twist on the traditional banana bread recipe. These muffins are soft, moist, and packed with ripe banana flavor. The addition of chocolate chips enhances the sweetness of the bananas, creating a perfect balance of flavors. These muffins are ideal for anyone who loves banana bread but prefers the convenience of individual servings in the form of muffins. They are easy to make, and the result is a delectable treat that both kids and adults will enjoy.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup melted butter (unsalted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
Instructions
1. Prep the Oven & Pan
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, combine mashed bananas, sugar, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
4. Combine
- Add dry ingredients to wet and stir until just combined (don’t overmix).
- Fold in chocolate chips.
5. Bake
- Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling about ¾ full.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
6. Cool & Enjoy
- Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
These muffins are best enjoyed warm when the chocolate chips are still melty and gooey. They make a perfect grab-and-go breakfast, a sweet afternoon snack, or even a cozy dessert with a cup of coffee or tea. You can also customize them by adding walnuts, pecans, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for an extra flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: ~210
- Sugar: ~18g
- Sodium: ~170mg
- Fat: ~9g
- Saturated Fat: ~4g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~30g
- Fiber: ~2g
- Protein: ~3g
- Cholesterol: Low
Keywords: Banana Muffins with Chocolate Chips, Banana Bread Muffins, Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins, Banana Muffins Recipe, Easy Banana Muffins with Chocolate