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Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

A moist and flavorful treat, these Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins are ideal for breakfast or a midday snack, featuring the sweet richness of ripe bananas and indulgent chocolate morsels.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 ripe medium bananas mashed (approximately 1 cup)
  • 1/3 cup melted butter slightly cooled (75g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 5ml
  • 1 large egg
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar 113g
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips with extra for topping if desired
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 180g

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a muffin tin by lining it with paper liners. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, and sugar until fully incorporated. In a separate large bowl, mash the bananas thoroughly and stir in the egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until nearly blended. Add the chocolate chips and continue folding just until the batter is fully combined. Evenly distribute the batter among the muffin cups and top with additional chocolate chips if desired. Bake for 17 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin emerges clean.

Notes

To confirm doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin; it should come out clean with no visible batter. Enhance texture and flavor by folding in 1/2 cup of chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans. For variety, substitute different types of chocolate—milk, dark, or white—or replace chips with raisins or omit entirely. A dash of cinnamon (1/2 tsp) adds a seasonal touch, especially in autumn. To make a loaf instead, refer to a Chocolate Chip Banana Bread recipe. Ripe bananas are essential for a smooth batter; underripe ones will be difficult to mash. To ripen quickly, bake unpeeled bananas on a sheet at 350°F for 10 minutes, then allow to cool before using. Muffins can be stored in an airtight container for 5–7 days or frozen for up to 3 months.