Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins – Moist, Flavorful, and Naturally Sweetened

These Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins are a perfect balance of wholesome bananas and melty chocolate chips, creating a moist and tender treat that satisfies your sweet tooth without overindulgence. Made with simple ingredients and lightly sweetened, they’re ideal for breakfast, snacks, or a healthy dessert. Enjoy these muffins as a guilt-free pleasure any time of day.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Naturally Sweetened: Ripe bananas provide natural sweetness and moisture.
Simple & Wholesome: Easy pantry ingredients make baking a breeze.
Perfect Texture: Soft crumb with bursts of gooey chocolate chips.
Great for On-the-Go: Portable and perfect for busy mornings.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups whole wheat or all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 large egg
• ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt or unsweetened applesauce
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat & Prepare
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. Combine Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix mashed bananas, honey, egg, yogurt (or applesauce), and vanilla until smooth.

4. Combine Wet & Dry
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.

5. Bake
Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

6. Cool & Serve
Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information (Per Muffin, Approximate)

Calories: 150
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fat: 3g
Protein: 4g
Fiber: 3g

Tips for Success

• Use Very Ripe Bananas: The riper, the sweeter and more flavorful.
• Don’t Overmix: Stir batter gently to keep muffins tender and light.
• Add Nuts (Optional): Chopped walnuts or pecans add crunch and healthy fats.
• Storage: Keep muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

Why This Recipe Works

This recipe blends natural sweetness from bananas with the comforting flavor of chocolate chips for a treat that feels indulgent but stays balanced. Using Greek yogurt or applesauce adds moisture while reducing fat, making these muffins a wholesome choice.

Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins are a deliciously moist and flavorful way to enjoy a sweet treat with mindful ingredients. Whether for breakfast, snack time, or dessert, these muffins are sure to become a favorite in your baking rotation.