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Light and Fluffy Small-Batch Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

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These light and fluffy small-batch banana chocolate chip muffins are made in one bowl and yield exactly six muffins. They are perfect for a quick breakfast or snack, with a tender crumb and rich banana flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large ripe banana (about 120g, mashed)
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (65g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (95g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (60g)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 6-cup muffin tin with paper liners or spray generously with cooking spray.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, mash the ripe banana with a fork until mostly smooth with a few small lumps.
  3. Add the egg, oil, sugar, and vanilla extract to the mashed banana. Whisk until smooth and well combined, about 1 minute.
  4. Sprinkle the flour, baking soda, and salt over the wet mixture. Fold gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until no streaks of flour remain (about 10-12 strokes). Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips with 3-4 gentle strokes. Reserve about 1 tablespoon of chips to sprinkle on top.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the 6 muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full. Sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top.
  7. Bake on the middle rack for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. The tops should be golden and spring back when lightly touched.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use a medium banana for best results; too much banana puree makes muffins wet and heavy. Do not overmix the batter—stop as soon as flour disappears. Bake immediately after mixing for best rise. Muffins taste even better the next day.

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Keywords: banana muffins, chocolate chip muffins, small batch muffins, one bowl muffins, easy banana muffins

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