Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins
Moist banana muffins made in a half-sized batch featuring ripe bananas and semi-sweet chocolate chips for a perfect snack or breakfast treat. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 30 minutes layers large (about 7 oz peeled) ripe bananas, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 large (about 7 oz peeled) ripe bananas
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup melted and cooled unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with 6 paper liners.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, mash 1 large ripe banana until smooth. Stir in 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 large egg, 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until combined.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/4 tsp salt.
- Step 4: Add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined — batter will be thick.
- Step 5: Fold in 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly.
- Step 6: Divide batter evenly among 6 muffin cups and bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 7: Cool muffins in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
