Bite-Sized Chocolate Banana Chip Muffins |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Kids of all ages will love these moist muffins that are tailor-made for happy munching. Serve with a cold glass of milk for a terriffic breakfast or snack. For the Adventurous: Replace chocolate chips with 1/2 cup dried blueberries or chopped dried cherries. Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour |
1 cup whole wheat flour |
2 teaspoons baking powder |
1/4 teaspoon baking soda |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
2/3 cup granulated sugar |
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder |
1 egg |
1 cup milk |
1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 2) |
1/4 cup butter, melted |
1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F Butter nonstick miniature muffin pans or line with paper liners.
2. In large bowl, combine flours, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together sugar and cocoa;; whisk in egg, milk, bananas and melted butter. Pour over dry ingredients and sprinkle with chocolate chips; stir until just moistened.
3. Spoon into prepared muffin pans, mounding as necessary to fill 24 deep cups or 36 shallow cups. Bake, in batches as necessary, for 15-18 minutes or until tops are firm to the touch. Let cool in pan for 5 minutes. Transfer to rack to cool completely.
4. COOKING TIP: Be sure to use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor and texture. Wrap cooled muffins in plastic wrap and freeze in a resealable bag or airtight container for up to 1 month.
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