These Banana Chip Muffins are a delightful treat, perfect for breakfast or a midday snack. They combine the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the irresistible crunch of chocolate chips, creating a moist, tender muffin with bursts of rich chocolate in every bite. The batter is simple to prepare, and the muffins bake to golden perfection with a slightly crisp top and a fluffy, flavorful inside. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or saved for later, these muffins are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth craving with a comforting, homemade taste.
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- â…“ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips (or regular chocolate chips)
- Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts for added crunch
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the tin.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, sugar, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until well blended.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips (and walnuts if using) until evenly distributed.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these delicious Banana Chip Muffins warm or at room temperature!
