Banana Muffins Recipe

Banana Muffins Recipe

Soft and Moist Banana Muffins with melty chocolate chips are the perfect way to use overripe bananas. This Banana chocolate chip muffins recipe is the perfect treat with just a touch of chocolate to compliment the sweet banana.

Ingredients

  • unsalted butter

    softened), (8 tbsp

    ½ c
  • granulated sugar
    ⅝ c
  • eggs

    room temp, lightly beaten

    2 large
  • bananas

    very ripe, coarsely mashed with a fork

    3
  • vanilla extract
    1 tsp
  • all-purpose flour

    measured correctly

    1 ½ c
  • baking soda
    1 tsp
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • semisweet chocolate chips

    divided

    1 c

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350˚ F and line a 12-count muffin tin with paper liners.

  2. 2

    In a mixing bowl, cream together 8 Tbsp softened butter with 2/3 cup sugar. Add 2 lightly beaten eggs.

  3. 3

    Add 3 mashed bananas and 1 tsp vanilla extract and mix until blended.

  4. 4

    In a separate bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: 1 1/2 cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda and 1/2 tsp salt. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until incorporated.

  5. 5

    Fold in 3/4 cup chocolate chips. Divide batter evenly into your 12-count muffin tin and sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup chocolate chips evenly over the tops. Bake at 350˚F on the center rack for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes then transfer to a baking rack to cool to room temperature.

Banana Muffins Recipe

Banana Muffins Recipe

292 cal

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About this Recipe

Have a few overly ripe bananas on your counter and wondering what delicious treat to make? These incredibly soft and moist banana muffins with melty chocolate chips are the perfect solution, transforming simple ingredients into a delightful breakfast or snack.

What makes this banana chocolate chip muffins recipe truly stand out is its commitment to maximizing that natural banana sweetness and ensuring a tender crumb. By using very ripe bananas and a balanced blend of ingredients, you'll achieve a consistently moist texture, perfectly complemented by the pockets of rich, melted chocolate.

Get ready for a comforting bite of pure bliss. Each muffin boasts a wonderfully soft and airy interior, infused with the sweet, deep flavor of ripe bananas. The semisweet chocolate chips melt just so, creating little pools of chocolatey goodness that provide a delightful contrast without overpowering the fruit. This recipe delivers a classic, satisfying flavor profile, making it an ideal treat to brighten any morning or enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.

Customization & Variations

While semisweet chocolate chips are a fantastic choice, feel free to experiment with other additions. You could swap them for milk chocolate or dark chocolate chips, or even a mix of both. For an extra layer of flavor and texture, consider adding chopped walnuts or pecans, or a sprinkle of cinnamon to the dry ingredients before mixing. To make them without chocolate, simply omit the chocolate chips entirely for a classic banana muffin.

These banana muffins are wonderful served warm, perhaps with a pat of butter, and are perfectly suited for a leisurely breakfast, a quick snack, or even packed in a lunchbox for a sweet surprise. They’re a delicious way to start your day or satisfy an afternoon craving.

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