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Moist Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe

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These Moist Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins are a delightful treat combining ripe bananas and semisweet chocolate chips for a perfectly tender and flavorful baked good. Ideal for breakfast or a snack, these muffins are easy to make and promise a soft texture with bursts of chocolate in every bite.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (190 grams)
  • 1 cup white sugar (200 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 medium bananas, mashed
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup oil (120 milliliters)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Additional Ingredients

  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (175 grams), plus more for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature while you prepare the batter.
  2. Combine dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, white sugar, baking soda, and salt. This will ensure even distribution of the leavening agent and seasoning.
  3. Add wet ingredients: To the bowl with dry ingredients, add the mashed bananas, the egg, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined, creating a smooth and consistent batter.
  4. Incorporate chocolate chips: Fold in 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips using a baking spatula to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.
  5. Divide batter: Using a ladle, spoon the batter into a paper-lined standard 12-cup muffin tin, dividing the batter evenly among the cups to ensure uniform baking.
  6. Add topping: Sprinkle additional semisweet chocolate chips on top of each muffin cup for extra chocolate flavor and an appealing appearance.
  7. Bake the muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, indicating they are fully baked.
  8. Cool the muffins: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely, which helps maintain their moist texture.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
  • If you prefer, substitute all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier twist, though texture might be slightly denser.
  • Oil can be replaced with melted butter for a richer taste.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
  • Check for doneness starting at 15 minutes to avoid overbaking.
  • These muffins freeze well; wrap individually and store in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian