Easy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe

Indulge in the perfect blend of sweetness and nostalgia with our Easy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins. These moist delights combine ripe bananas and melty chocolate chips, creating a heavenly treat that’s quick to make and impossible to resist.

Step into the world of comfort and sweetness with our delightful Easy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins. These tender and moist treats are a perfect fusion of the rich flavors of ripe bananas and the decadence of chocolate chips. 

Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a delightful dessert, these muffins are sure to satisfy your cravings and brighten your day.

In this blog post, we’ll guide you through a simple recipe that creates muffins that are not only easy to make but also brimming with the nostalgic flavors of childhood. The marriage of sweet bananas and melty chocolate chips creates a symphony of taste that will leave you craving more.

If you like these banana bread muffins you may also enjoy my Banana Bread Mug Cake or my Banana Bread Oatmeal Recipe.

INGREDIENTS YOU NEED FOR THE EASY BANANA CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFINS

You will need the following ingredients listed below to make these moist banana chocolate chip muffins (the exact measurements, nutrition information and full recipe are in the printable recipe card below):

• Overripe bananas – the best bananas to use are the ones with the brown spots.
• Melted butter – unsalted butter is preferred and you can also use vegan butter
• White sugar 
• Large eggs 
• Vanilla extract 
• Milk – or non-dairy milk such as unsweetened almond milk, soy milk, or cashew milk.
• All-Purpose Flour 
• Baking Powder 
• Salt 
• Chocolate Chips – can use dark chocolate, white chocolate, milk chocolate chips or semi-sweet chocolate chips.

​HOW TO MAKE

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a 12-count muffin pan with non-stick spray or line with paper liners. 
2. In a medium bowl or in the bowl of your stand mixer, mash bananas. On medium speed, beat or whisk in the butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk.  
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.  
4. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, then beat or whisk until combined. Then fold in chocolate chips. Batter will be thick. 
5. Spoon the muffin batter into liners and bake for 19-22 minutes or until golden brown. You can add extra chocolate chips to the top of the muffins if desired. Allow the muffins to cool for 5 minutes in the muffin pan, then transfer to a wire rack to continue cooling. 
6. Muffins stay fresh covered at room temperature for a few days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. 

STORING

Proper storage is essential to maintain the freshness and deliciousness of your Easy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins. Here’s how to do it:

1. Cool Completely: Allow the moist banana muffins to cool completely before attempting to store them. This prevents excess moisture from forming inside the storage container.

2. Room Temperature: If you plan to consume the muffins within 1-2 days, you can store them at room temperature. Place them in an airtight container or a sealable plastic bag to keep them fresh.

3. Refrigeration: If you want to keep the banana chocolate chip muffin recipe for a longer period, it’s best to refrigerate them. Wrap each muffin individually in plastic wrap to prevent them from drying out, and then place them in an airtight container or resealable bag.

4. Freezing (Optional): For extended storage, freezing is a great option. Wrap each muffin tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, or place them in a single layer in an airtight container. If stacking, separate layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Label the container or bag with the date.

WHY THESE ARE THE BEST BANANA CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFINS

• They are incredibly easy to make! I used to make them all the time as a little girl with my mom and grandma!
• Made with very simple ingredients. They are all easy pantry staples.
• It takes about 15 minutes to whip up these homemade muffins! The hard part is waiting for them to bake.
• They can be frozen for treats or snacks for later on!

DO THESE TASTE LIKE BANANA BREAD? 

Yes, totally! But they have a lighter, softer, and more buttery texture. You’ll LOVE them.

CAN I MAKE THESE EASY BANANA MUFFINS GLUTEN FREE?

I have never tested this recipe with gluten-free flour. I have had success with buckwheat flour in other muffin recipes, however I typically have to use a different ratio of flour.

If you try using another type of flour please let me know in the comments.

CAN I FREEZE THE MUFFINS?

Yes, I suggest you freeze them if you can’t enjoy them within three days. Let the muffins cool out of the oven, arrange then on a baking sheet and flash freeze them for 20-30 minutes until solid. 

Then freeze in an airtight container. This will ensure the muffins don’t all stick together in the freezer! 

They easily stay fresh in the freezer for 2-3 months. I defrost the frozen muffins in the microwave or let them thaw on the counter.

CAN I MAKE THESE INTO MINI MUFFINS?

Absolutely, you can easily adapt the recipe for Easy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins to make mini muffins! Or you can follow my Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe.

You can also use the same recipe and make jumbo muffins if you prefer.

HELPFUL TIPS

These three points are KEY for achieving the most tender and moist muffins:

• Use VERY ripe or frozen bananas – Underripe bananas are very difficult to mash and won’t incorporate into the batter well. I find over ripe bananas to also be sweeter, yielding a much better flavour.
• Don’t over-bake – Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center after 19 minutes and continue baking only if you see wet batter on the toothpick. The longer the muffins are baked, the drier they become.
• Store in an airtight container – muffins will stay fresh for 3 days, after that I suggest freezing them if you won’t be consuming them.
• Use plenty of chocolate chips – the more the better, don’t be skimpy.

Other Delicious Muffin or Cake Recipes You May Like To Try!

• The Best Ever Chocolate Zucchini Sheet Cake 
• Gluten Free Morning Glory Muffins 
• Gluten Free Pumpkin Muffins
• Cinnamon Streusel Sour Cream Coffee Cake
• Starbucks Copycat Lemon Loaf Cake

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