Decadent Double Chocolate Banana Muffins
Indulge in these Decadent Double Chocolate Banana Muffins that bring together the rich flavors of semisweet chocolate and the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. Perfect for breakfast or as a delightful snack, these muffins are fluffy and moist, with a delightful chocolate burst in every bite. Easy to prepare, they can be enjoyed fresh out of the oven or saved for a quick treat any time of the day. Share them with friends and family or keep them all to yourself—either way, these muffins are sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings!
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Servings
150
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
1 1/2 cups (all-purpose flour)
sugar
1 cup (granulated sugar)
baking cocoa
1/4 cup (unsweetened cocoa powder)
baking soda
1 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
baking powder
1/4 teaspoon
mashed ripe bananas
1 1/3 cups (about 3 ripe bananas)
vegetable oil
1/3 cup
egg
1 (large)
miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and baking powder until fully combined.
3
In a separate small bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth, then add vegetable oil and egg, and mix until well combined.
4
Pour the banana mixture into the dry ingredient bowl and stir gently until just moistened. Be careful not to overmix.
5
Fold in the miniature chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling them about three-quarters full.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
8
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
22.5g
Carbs
1.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Double Chocolate Banana Muffins?
These are rich, moist muffins that combine the flavors of ripe bananas with unsweetened cocoa and semisweet chocolate chips.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How many bananas are needed?
You will need approximately 3 ripe bananas to make 1 and 1/3 cups of mashed bananas.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 and 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour.
Is the cocoa powder sweetened?
No, you should use 1/4 cup of unsweetened baking cocoa powder.
What kind of chocolate chips work best?
Miniature semisweet chocolate chips are recommended for even distribution throughout the muffins.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1 cup of granulated sugar.
What type of oil is required?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of vegetable oil.
How many eggs are needed?
This recipe requires one large egg.
How long do the muffins need to bake?
Bake the muffins for 20 to 25 minutes.
How do I know when the muffins are done?
They are finished when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How should I prepare the muffin tin?
You should either grease the muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
How do I mix the dry ingredients?
Whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, salt, and baking powder until fully combined.
How should the bananas be prepared?
Mash the ripe bananas in a separate bowl until they are smooth.
When do I add the vegetable oil and egg?
Add the oil and egg to the mashed bananas and mix them together before combining with dry ingredients.
Should I overmix the muffin batter?
No, stir the batter gently until it is just moistened to ensure the muffins stay fluffy.
When should the chocolate chips be added?
Fold the miniature chocolate chips into the batter after the wet and dry ingredients are combined.
How much batter should go into each muffin cup?
Fill the prepared muffin cups about three-quarters full.
How should I cool the muffins?
Allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
How many calories are in one muffin?
Each muffin contains approximately 150 calories.
What is the fat content per muffin?
There are 5 grams of fat in each serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each muffin?
Each muffin has 22.5 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content of these muffins?
There is 1.5 grams of protein per muffin.
Can I eat these for breakfast?
Yes, they are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
What makes these muffins so moist?
The combination of mashed bananas and vegetable oil creates a very moist texture.
Are these considered a quick bread?
Yes, these muffins are categorized as quick breads.
Why is this called a double chocolate recipe?
It is called double chocolate because it uses both cocoa powder and chocolate chips.
What size batch does this recipe make?
While the exact count depends on muffin size, the ingredients yield enough for a standard muffin tin.
Can I store these for later?
Yes, they can be enjoyed fresh or saved for a quick treat any time of day.
Is this recipe easy to follow?
Yes, the recipe is designed to be easy to prepare with simple steps.