Description
Warm, moist, and naturally sweet, these Healthy Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins are the perfect answer to your quick breakfast and snack cravings. They’re made with wholesome ingredients like ripe bananas, whole wheat flour, oats, and Greek yogurt, yet still pack in those irresistible chocolatey bites. Great for meal prep, lunchbox treats, or healthy snack ideas, this easy recipe satisfies the sweet tooth without the guilt. A must-try for anyone looking for nutritious food ideas that feel like a treat!
Ingredients
3 ripe bananas
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
2 eggs
1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup chocolate chips
Optional banana slices and oats for topping
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line or grease a muffin tin.
2. Mash bananas in a large bowl until smooth (about 1 cup).
3. Add eggs, maple syrup or honey, Greek yogurt, milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until fully combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, oats, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently—do not overmix.
6. Stir in chocolate chips, saving a few for topping.
7. Fill muffin cups 3/4 full and top with remaining chips and banana slices.
8. Bake for 18–22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
9. Cool for 5 minutes in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for best flavor and moisture.
Don’t overmix the batter to keep the muffins fluffy.
Muffins freeze well—wrap individually and thaw as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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