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Banana Chocolate Swirl Muffins

Ava
Enjoy moist, fluffy Banana Chocolate Swirl Muffins—sweet bananas swirled with rich chocolate. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Easy to make, beginner-friendly, and irresistibly delicious! Ready in just 35 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 19 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Ripe Bananas: 3 medium-sized the riper, the better!. Overripe bananas are sweeter and easier to mash, imparting maximum flavor and moisture.
  • All-Purpose Flour: 2 cups. Provides structure. For a slightly denser nuttier flavor, substitute up to ½ cup with whole wheat flour.
  • Granulated Sugar: ¾ cup. Sweetens and tenderizes the muffins.
  • Baking Powder: 2 teaspoons. Leavens the muffins ensuring a light and airy texture.
  • Baking Soda: ½ teaspoon. Reacts with the acidity in the bananas contributing to the rise and a beautiful golden-brown color.
  • Salt: ¼ teaspoon. Enhances the other flavors.
  • Eggs: 2 large. Binds the ingredients and adds richness.
  • Vegetable Oil: ½ cup. Adds moisture. Can substitute with melted coconut oil for a subtle coconut flavor.
  • Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon. Enhances the overall flavor profile.
  • Milk: ¼ cup. Adds moisture. Any type of milk works including dairy-free alternatives.
  • Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: ¼ cup. Creates the chocolate swirl.
  • Hot Water: 2 tablespoons. “Blooms” the cocoa powder intensifying its chocolate flavor.
  • Chocolate Chips optional: ½ cup. Adds bursts of chocolatey goodness. Use semi-sweet, milk, or dark, depending on your preference. Consider adding some chocolate muffins for comparison to the richness of flavour!.

Instructions
 

Preheat & Prep:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it generously.

Mash Bananas:

  • Mash the ripe bananas until smooth in a large bowl. A fork or potato masher works well.

Dry Ingredients:

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This ensures even distribution.

Wet Ingredients:

  • Add eggs, oil, vanilla, and milk to the mashed bananas. Mix until combined.

Combine:

  • Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing; a few lumps are fine.

Chocolate Swirl:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and hot water until smooth.

Divide Batter:

  • Divide the banana batter in half. Add the cocoa mixture to one half and mix until well combined.

Swirl:

  • Spoon alternating dollops of banana and chocolate batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

Create Swirls:

  • Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the batters together in each cup. Be careful not to overmix.

Optional Chocolate Chips:

  • Sprinkle chocolate chips over the tops, if desired.

Bake:

  • Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

Cool:

  • Let the muffins rest in the muffin tin for a short time to cool slightly, then gently move them to a wire rack for complete cooling.

Notes

  1. Ripe Bananas: Use overripe bananas for natural sweetness and easier mashing.
  2. Chocolate Swirl: Gently fold in the chocolate swirl for a marbled effect without overmixing.
  3. Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer shelf life.
  4. Customization: Add nuts or swap chocolate for caramel for a fun twist.

    Nutrition Information (per serving)

    Nutrient Amount
    Calories 220 kcal
    Fat 8g
    Saturated Fat 4.5g
    Carbohydrates 34g
    Fiber 2g
    Sugar 18g
    Protein 4g
    Cholesterol 25mg
    Sodium 150mg
Keyword Banana Chocolate Muffins, Easy Muffin Recipe, Swirl Muffins