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Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

Soft and Fluffy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins to Savor

Delicious Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins that are easy to make and perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with whole wheat flour for denser muffins
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder always check it's fresh for an optimal rise
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda activates with the acidity of bananas
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt essential for balance in sweet recipes
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon omit if not preferred, nutmeg works well as a substitute
  • 0.5 cups salted butter brown it for a richer taste
  • 0.75 cups brown sugar light or dark can be used for different flavors
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 2 eggs can substitute with unsweetened applesauce for a vegan option
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste or extract opt for pure extract for the best result
  • 1.5 cups mashed very ripe bananas about 3 bananas
  • 0.5 cups Greek yogurt substitute with sour cream if necessary
  • 1.5 cups mini semi-sweet chocolate chips regular chocolate chips can be used too
  • optional: turbinado sugar for added crunch on top
  • flaky sea salt sprinkle on top when serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • muffin scoop
  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, melt ½ cup of salted butter over medium heat, stirring occasionally until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, ½ teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together ¾ cup of brown sugar and ¼ cup of granulated sugar with the cooled brown butter. Add in 2 large eggs, 2 teaspoons of vanilla bean paste, ½ cup of Greek yogurt, and 1 ½ cups of mashed bananas.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture in the bowl and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Prepare a greased muffin pan and fill every other muffin well with batter, stopping just below the rim.
  6. Preheat your oven to 425°F and bake for 5 minutes, then reduce to 350°F and continue baking for another 15-20 minutes.
  7. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These muffins are best served warm with a pat of butter and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.

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