There’s something about banana muffins that just feels like home.
Warm, soft, lightly sweet, and perfect with a cup of coffee while little hands grab one straight off the counter.
These banana chocolate chip muffins are:
✔ soft and fluffy
✔ made in one bowl
✔ naturally sweetened with bananas
✔ perfect for toddlers & kids
✔ great for breakfast, snacks, or lunchboxes
They come together quickly and make your kitchen smell amazing — the ultimate cozy bake. 🍌🧁
⭐ Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- ⅓ cup melted butter (or coconut oil)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Add-Ins
- ¾ cup chocolate chips
- Optional: chopped walnuts or pecans
- Optional: sprinkle of mini chocolate chips on top
⭐ Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a muffin tin with liners or lightly grease.
2. Mash the Bananas
In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until mostly smooth (a few lumps are perfect).
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3. Mix Wet Ingredients
Add to the bananas:
- melted butter
- brown sugar
- egg
- vanilla
Mix until combined.
4. Add Dry Ingredients
Sprinkle in:
- flour
- baking soda
- cinnamon
- salt
Gently fold until just combined.
Do not overmix — this keeps muffins soft.
5. Fold in Chocolate Chips
Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
6. Fill Muffin Cups
Scoop batter into muffin cups, filling about ¾ full.
Top with a few extra chocolate chips if desired.
7. Bake
Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8. Cool & Enjoy
Let muffins cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a rack.
Enjoy warm — or save for later!
⭐ Why Moms Love These Muffins
✔ Perfect use for ripe bananas
✔ Freezer-friendly
✔ Toddler-approved
✔ Great for busy mornings
✔ Soft texture for little eaters
✔ Not overly sweet
⭐ Storage & Freezing Tips
- Room temperature: 3–4 days in an airtight container
- Fridge: up to 1 week
- Freezer: up to 3 months
Freezer tip:
Freeze individually, then warm for 20–30 seconds for an easy breakfast.
⭐ Easy Variations
- Swap chocolate chips for blueberries
- Use mini muffin tins for toddlers
- Add oats for extra texture
- Use dairy-free butter if needed
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Final Thoughts
These banana chocolate chip muffins are the definition of cozy.
Simple ingredients, soft texture, and just the right amount of sweetness — perfect for moms, toddlers, and everyone in between.
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