Decadent Vegan Chocolate Walnut Banana Muffins
Indulge in these Decadent Vegan Chocolate Walnut Banana Muffins, a delightful treat that marries rich chocolate with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. Made with nutrient-packed spelt flour, these muffins are not only incredibly moist and chewy but also serve as a healthier alternative to traditional baked goods. The combination of melted chocolate chips and crunchy walnuts elevates these muffins to new heights, making them perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even a guilt-free dessert. Enjoy a bite of comfort that won’t compromise your health or taste buds!
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Servings
150
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
spelt flour
1 3/4 cups (sifted or spooned into the measuring cup)
baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons (none)
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (none)
cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
sea salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
mashed ripe bananas
1 1/2 cups (mashed)
maple syrup
2/3 cup (none)
softened coconut oil
1/3 cup (softened, not melted)
non-dairy chocolate chips
2/3 cup (none)
walnuts
1/2 cup (chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a 12-cup muffin tray by lining it with paper liners or lightly coating it with coconut oil to prevent sticking.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the spelt flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and sea salt until well combined.
3
Add the mashed ripe bananas, maple syrup, and softened coconut oil to the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula just until the flour is fully incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
4
Fold in the non-dairy chocolate chips and chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
5
Evenly portion the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full to allow for rising.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean. If necessary, add a few extra minutes to ensure the muffins are baked through.
7
Once baked, allow the muffins to cool in the tray for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
7
Fat
21
Carbs
2
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Vegan Chocolate Walnut Banana Muffins?
They are a moist and chewy vegan treat made with spelt flour, ripe bananas, chocolate chips, and walnuts.
Are these muffins suitable for a vegan diet?
Yes, they are 100% vegan as they use non-dairy chocolate chips and maple syrup.
What kind of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1 3/4 cups of spelt flour as a nutrient-packed alternative to traditional flour.
How should I measure the spelt flour?
The flour should be sifted or spooned into the measuring cup for accurate measurement.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
How many muffins does this recipe yield?
This recipe is designed to fill a standard 12-cup muffin tray.
How do I prepare the muffin tray to prevent sticking?
Line the tray with paper liners or lightly coat it with coconut oil.
What leavening agents are required?
You will need 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
Is there any cinnamon in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
What type of salt is used in the batter?
The recipe specifies 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt.
How much mashed banana is needed?
The recipe requires 1 1/2 cups of mashed ripe bananas.
What is used to sweeten these muffins?
The muffins are sweetened with 2/3 cup of maple syrup.
Should the coconut oil be melted or softened?
The coconut oil should be softened, not melted, when added to the batter.
What type of chocolate chips should I use?
Use 2/3 cup of non-dairy chocolate chips to keep the recipe vegan.
How many walnuts are included in the recipe?
The recipe includes 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts.
How do I mix the dry ingredients?
Whisk together the spelt flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and sea salt in a large bowl.
How should I combine the wet and dry ingredients?
Add the mashed bananas, maple syrup, and softened coconut oil to the dry mix and stir gently with a spatula.
Why is it important not to overmix the batter?
Overmixing can affect the texture; stir only until the flour is fully incorporated.
When do I add the chocolate chips and walnuts?
Fold them in after the wet and dry ingredients have been combined.
How full should each muffin cup be?
Fill each muffin cup about 3/4 full to allow for rising during baking.
What is the baking time for these muffins?
Bake the muffins for 20 to 25 minutes.
How can I check if the muffins are done?
A toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin should come out clean.
What if the muffins aren't done after 25 minutes?
If necessary, add a few extra minutes to ensure they are baked through.
How long should the muffins cool in the tray?
Allow them to cool in the tray for about 5 minutes.
Where should I place the muffins to finish cooling?
Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
How many calories are in one muffin?
Each muffin contains approximately 150 calories.
What is the fat content per muffin?
Each muffin has 7 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a single serving?
There are 21 grams of carbohydrates per muffin.
How much protein is in each muffin?
Each muffin provides 2 grams of protein.
Can these muffins be eaten as a dessert?
Yes, they are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even a guilt-free dessert.