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Banana Bread Muffins with Chocolate Chips

Deliciously soft and fluffy banana muffins filled with melted chocolate chips, perfect for any snack time or breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 3 large ripe bananas, roughly mashed The browner, the better for sweetness.
  • 6 Tablespoons melted unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour for healthier muffins.
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup sour cream, at room temperature Can substitute with plain yogurt.
  • pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus more for topping Swap chocolate chips for walnuts or pecans for a nutty crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with muffin liners.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the mashed bananas with melted butter until smooth.
  3. Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla until the mixture is well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. Don’t overmix!
  6. Fold in the sour cream and chocolate chips gently.
Baking
  1. Divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full. Top with additional chocolate chips if desired.
  2. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Let cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for about 3-4 days. For longer life, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds before serving for melty chocolate goodness.