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Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

These Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins are a deliciously wholesome treat, perfect for breakfast or a snack!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins:
  • 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal or 1 large egg if not vegan
  • 3 large overripe bananas (about 11 ounces, or 1 1/2 cups mashed)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil or melted cooled coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar or light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (mini or regular; use dairy-free for vegan)

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly with cooking spray.
  2. Step 2: If you’re opting for the vegan version, mix 1 tablespoon of flaxseed meal with 2.5 tablespoons of water in a small bowl and let it sit for about 5 minutes to thicken.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas until smooth. You should have about 1 1/2 cups of mashed banana.
  4. Step 4: Add the unsweetened applesauce, canola oil or melted coconut oil, coconut sugar or brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and the prepared flaxseed mixture (if using) to the mashed bananas. Whisk everything together until well combined.
  5. Step 5: In another bowl, whisk together the baking soda, ground cinnamon, kosher salt, and white whole wheat flour.
  6. Step 6: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
  7. Step 7: Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  8. Step 8: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  9. Step 9: Bake in the preheated oven for about 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Step 10: Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy these Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins warm or at room temperature!

Notes

  • Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For longer storage, freeze muffins wrapped tightly in plastic wrap.
  • Prepare the batter the night before for quick baking in the morning!