Decadent Chocolate Banana Muffins
Easy Homemade Chocolate Banana Muffins Recipe (+Video)
Hello everyone! Today, I’ve prepared a recipe for chocolate banana muffins that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds with its sweet aroma. In America, there are so many wonderful baked goods made with bananas! People often make banana bread or banana muffins at home to enjoy for breakfast. For this recipe, I’ve combined the rich flavor of ripe bananas with luscious chocolate for an extra decadent and sweet treat. These muffins offer a more intense flavor profile than plain banana muffins, making them irresistibly delicious. They’re the perfect accompaniment to your afternoon tea, with a slightly crisp exterior and a wonderfully moist interior.
Yields 10 Muffins- 1.5 ripe bananas (about 150g)
- 110g all-purpose flour
- 23g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2g salt (approx. 1/4 tsp)
- 2g baking powder (approx. 1/2 tsp)
- 1.5g baking soda (approx. 1/4 tsp)
- 60g butter, softened
- 75g granulated sugar (approx. 1/3 cup)
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 2g vanilla extract (approx. 1/2 tsp)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Ensure your egg is at room temperature, meaning it’s not cold. Melt the butter, but be careful not to make it too hot; it should be warm, not scorching. (Hot butter can cook the egg when mixed!)
Step 2
Prepare your ripe bananas! The riper the banana, the sweeter and more flavorful your muffins will be. Look for bananas with a few brown spots – this indicates peak sweetness. If your bananas aren’t quite ripe, let them sit out for another day or two before using.
Step 3
Place the ripe bananas in a bowl and mash them thoroughly with a fork. You can leave some small chunks for texture, or mash them until completely smooth – it’s up to your preference!
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Whisking the dry ingredients beforehand helps to distribute the leavening agents evenly and prevent clumps later.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar. Whisk them together until just combined. Add the room temperature egg and vanilla extract. Mix gently until the ingredients are incorporated. Be careful not to overmix at this stage, as it can lead to tough muffins!
Step 6
Add the mashed bananas to the butter-sugar-egg mixture. Stir gently until just combined. Remember, avoid overmixing here as well!
Step 7
Sift the dry ingredients (flour mixture) over the wet ingredients. If your cocoa powder is clumpy, sifting is particularly important to break up those lumps. However, if you’ve already whisked the dry ingredients well, you might be able to skip this step. The goal is to incorporate the dry ingredients without overdeveloping the gluten.
Step 8
Using a spatula, gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Do not knead or vigorously mix the batter – you’re just looking to combine everything until no dry streaks remain. Overmixing at this stage is a common pitfall that makes muffins dense and tough, so fold gently!
Step 9
Finally, add your chocolate chips and fold them into the batter just enough to distribute them. Don’t overmix after adding the chocolate chips!
Step 10
Spoon the batter into your prepared muffin cups, filling each about 70% full. This allows room for the muffins to rise without overflowing.
Step 11
(Optional) For an extra touch, top each muffin with a slice of banana, a few extra chocolate chips, or some chopped nuts. This not only looks lovely but adds extra flavor and texture!
Step 12
Bake in the preheated 220°C (425°F) oven for 5 minutes. This initial high heat helps the muffins to puff up nicely.
Step 13
Reduce the oven temperature to 180°C (350°F) and continue baking for another 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Baking times can vary slightly depending on your oven.
Step 14
Your delicious chocolate banana muffins are ready! Enjoy them warm right out of the oven, or let them cool completely. They’re perfect for a delightful sweet treat! ⭐️
