Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins (Printable Version)
Moist, fluffy muffins loaded with ripe bananas and chocolate chips for a perfect breakfast or snack-time treat.
# Ingredients:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus extra for topping
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease thoroughly.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and well incorporated.
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Add eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
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Fold mashed bananas into the wet mixture until just combined.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. A few lumps are acceptable; avoid overmixing.
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Gently fold in 1 cup of chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
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Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full. Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top of each muffin if desired.
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Bake for 18-22 minutes, until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
# Notes:
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For best flavor, use very ripe bananas with brown spots on the peel.