Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

I think a warm muffin, fresh from the oven, is one of the best comfort foods around. These Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins are like a warm hug.  They are the perfect snack anytime of the day or night! 

Mornings around here are often hectic and rushed.  Sometimes a good breakfast doesn't fit in the schedule.  I try to have a good breakfast available each morning.  This recipe for banana nut chocolate chip muffins fits the bill perfectly.  They are such a good comfort food.  It's like starting your day with a hug from mom!

Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins are an adorable, portable, delightful twist on the classic banana bread, turning it into a bite-sized treat that's perfect for breakfast on the go, lunch boxes, a snack, or dessert.

Easy to make, delicious to eat, and perfect for any occasion, these muffins will have both kids and adults alike coming back for more. Any excuse to eat them will do honestly.

This perfect banana chocolate chip muffins recipe was inspired by my banana nutella muffins on this site, and pairs well with this incredible list of breakfast finger foods.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

• These perfectly sized muffins are not just for breakfast as they make a great snack, dessert, or addition to a lunchbox.
• With this straightforward recipe these easy to make muffins will be in your oven in minutes and they freeze beautifully.
• With simple, wholesome ingredients and a fun size, these kid-friendly muffins are perfect for little hands and satisfy even the pickiest of eaters.

Ingredients

Before starting, make sure you have gathered all the necessary ingredients to make your Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins. Here is a list of basic ingredients you will need:

• All Purpose Flour - All-purpose flour is the foundation of your muffins and provides structure.
• Baking Soda and Baking Powder - Acting as a leavening agent they will ensure the muffin rises well during baking.
• Salt - Helps enhance the flavors of your ingredients.
• Ground Cinnamon - Adds a hint of cinnamon flavor and compliments the banana flavor.
• Butter - adding tenderness, a moist crumb and structure to the muffin batter.
• White Sugar and Light Brown Sugar - Adds sweetness to the muffins.
• Large Egg - binds all of the ingredients together.
• Vanilla extract - Vanilla is a universal crowd-pleaser, but feel free add a half a teaspoon of your desired extract flavor to your egg mixture like almond, coconut, peppermint, banana, maple, orange, or rum extract instead.
• Overripe Bananas - Adds natural sweetness and a banana flavor to your muffins. 3 bananas will work and 4 bananas will work and give you extra banana flavor.
• Mini Chocolate Chips - Brings a delightful touch of chocolate. I think the mini chocolate chips disperse and melt better, but you can use regular sized chocolate chips or chopped chocolate if you wish instead.
• Pecans or Walnuts - Add your favorite chopped nuts like peanuts, hazelnuts, almonds, or macadamia nuts instead to give your muffins added crunch, if desired.

See the recipe card below for the exact quantities of each ingredient.

Substitutions and Variations

If you're looking to make Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins with a twist, here are several substitutions and variations you can try.

• Feel free to get creative with your Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins by adding your favorite ingredients like some seeds or dried fruits.
• You can also top your muffins with a streusel topping mix, a pinch of sanding sugar or a sprinkling of cinnamon sugar to make them extra special.
• Instead of chocolate chips use caramel chips, butterscotch chips or peanut butter chips for different flavor instead.

Instructions

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In medium sized bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk to combine. Set aside.
Melt butter in microwave and allow to cool. In large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar together. Beat in egg, then add vanilla and mashed bananas and blend well.

Mix in half of the flour mixture at a time. Do not over mix. Fold in chocolate chips.

Transfer to muffin tin, filling each ¾ full. Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top (optional).

Bake 15-17 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean when inserted into center. Allow to cool in pan for 10 minutes before removing and cooling on wire rack.

Hint: Three bananas work with this recipe but if you're looking for extra banana flavor use four bananas instead.

If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy our banana pudding lasagna, Mini Peanut Butter Cheesecake, easy no bake banana pudding cups, chocolate chip banana bread or Peanut butter banana brownies.

Storage

Storing your Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins properly can help to maintain their freshness and taste. To do this, follow these simple tips:

Store in air tight container, out of direct sunlight, at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Refrigerator:

Store cooled muffins in a resealable bag or an air tight container inside the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Freezer:

Can be frozen if cooled muffins are individually wrapped in plastic wrap or foil inside a freezer bag or air tight container for up to 3 months.

Reheat:

To enjoy frozen muffins later, simply thaw them at room temperature for a few hours, warm in microwave for 10 seconds or put them in a preheated oven at 350°F for 3-4 minutes to warm them.

What to Serve with Mini Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins

Looking for the perfect way to serve these Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins? Here are a few ideas that can easily elevate your muffins and make them even more delightful.

• Warm Them Up - You can either heat them in the microwave for 10 seconds or put them in a preheated oven at 350°F for 3-4 minutes. Warming them up not only brings out their natural flavors but also enhances the gooeyness of the chocolate chips.
• Add a Beverage - These mini treats go well with a cold glass of milk, cup of coffee, salted caramel milkshake, an oreo frappuccino, a drink from our collection of hot chocolate for Christmas recipes or even one of our fall coffee recipes will complement the sweetness of the muffins.
• Add a Spread - Adding a spread like peanut butter, organic almond butter, chocolate hazelnut spread, honey, quick homemade mango jam or your favorite jam can give them an extra layer of flavor. Just spread a thin layer on a split muffin, and enjoy every bite!
• Add More - Adding fresh fruit like diced bananas or strawberries can make them more visually appealing and enhance their taste with a burst of flavor.

Tips

When making Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins, following these tips will ensure your muffins turn out perfectly every time:

• Three bananas work with this recipe but if you're looking for extra banana flavor use four bananas instead.
• I think the mini chocolate chips disperse and melt better, but you can use regular sized chocolate chips or chopped chocolate if you wish.
• Don't over mix the batter. Blend until just combined or you can end up with tough, dense, muffins.
• Don't overbake muffins and start checking for doneness a few minutes earlier than the recipe recommends and use a toothpick to ensure muffins are baked.
• Use bananas that are ripe but not overly mushy or the extra moisture can weigh down your batter and leave you with sunken muffin tops.
• Make sure your leavening agents (baking soda and baking powder) are fresh and not expired.
• To prevent your Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins from sticking to the pan, be sure to thoroughly grease the mini muffin tin or use liners.
• Allow the muffins to cool for at least 5 minutes in the pan before removing them.
• For even baking, distribute the batter evenly among the mini muffin cups so you don't end up with unevenly baked muffins. Fill each to about three-quarters full.
• If your oven has hot spots, rotate the pan halfway through the baking process.

FAQ

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This post was originally published April 2017. It has been updated with new images and content.