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Perfect Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe

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Delicious and moist banana chocolate chip muffins made with ripe bananas, rich melted butter, and semi-sweet chocolate chips. These easy-to-make muffins have a perfect balance of sweetness and texture, ideal for breakfast or a snack.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt

Additional Ingredients

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by setting your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a muffin pan by lining it with paper liners or lightly greasing it to prevent sticking.
  2. Mash the Bananas: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly using a fork or potato masher until smooth, forming the base of your batter.
  3. Mix in the Butter: Add the melted butter to the mashed bananas and stir well to combine, allowing the warmth of the butter to enhance the flavors.
  4. Add Baking Soda and Salt: Incorporate the baking soda and a pinch of salt into the mixture. This step helps with even leavening and flavor balance.
  5. Incorporate Sugar, Egg, and Vanilla: Stir in the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully blended to provide sweetness and moisture.
  6. Add Baking Powder and Flour: Sprinkle the baking powder over the mixture and gently fold in the all-purpose flour. Take care not to overmix; some small lumps are acceptable for light texture.
  7. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking them up.
  8. Fill the Muffin Pan: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow space for rising during baking.
  9. Bake: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the muffin tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool and Enjoy: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 to 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas with brown spots for the best sweetness and flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the muffins tender.
  • You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate or white chocolate chips.
  • Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • For a healthier version, you can reduce sugar slightly or substitute with a natural sweetener.

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