Chocolate Banana Muffins
Awaken your senses with these delightful chocolate banana muffins! With a luscious blend of ripe bananas and rich cocoa, each bite offers a comforting sweetness that’s perfect for breakfast or a snack. Easy to prepare and utterly satisfying, these muffins are sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add vegetable oil, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract; whisk until combined.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Fill muffin cups about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use overripe bananas for maximum flavor and sweetness. Feel free to mix in chopped nuts or dried fruits for added texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.