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Freshly baked soft and moist banana muffins on a cooling rack

Soft and Moist Banana Muffins

These Soft and Moist Banana Muffins are simple to make, deliciously sweet, and perfect for breakfast or snacks. Made with ripe bananas and chocolate chips, they deliver comfort with every bite.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the muffins

  • 3 pieces ripe bananas Use very ripe bananas with brown spots.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter Melted butter instead of creaming will keep the muffins moist.
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 piece egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Sprinkle on top before mixing.
  • 1 pinch salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Store-brand flour is a good budget option.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Optional, can use chopped chocolate or raisins instead.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  • In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  • Stir in the melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
  • Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and mix in.
  • Add the flour and stir until just combined.
  • Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Baking

  • Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow to cool before enjoying.

Notes

Don't overmix; lumps will give texture. Rotate the pan halfway if your oven has hot spots.
Keyword Baking, Banana Muffins, Breakfast Recipes, Easy Recipes, Muffins