Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter, melted
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 large)
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Special Equipment Needed:
- Muffin tin
- Muffin liners
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with muffin liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the melted butter and sugar. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
4. Stir the mashed bananas into the butter mixture.
5. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just blended.
6. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
7. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin.
8. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Temperature: 375°F (190°C)
Serving Size: 12 muffins
Nutritional Information (per muffin):
Calories: 250
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- Butter: Can be substituted with coconut oil or vegetable oil
- White sugar: Can be substituted with brown sugar
- Eggs: Can be substituted with a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water, mix and let sit for 5 minutes)
Variations:
- Add ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- Add ½ cup shredded coconut
- Add ½ cup dried cranberries
- Add ½ cup diced apples
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure not to overmix the batter, as this will result in dense muffins.
- For extra moist muffins, add an extra banana.
Storage Instructions:
Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat muffins in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
Presentation Ideas:
Serve muffins on a plate with a small dish of butter or cream cheese.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle muffins with powdered sugar or a drizzle of melted chocolate.
Pairings:
Serve muffins with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate.
Suggested Side Dishes:
Serve muffins with a side of fresh fruit or yogurt.
Troubleshooting Advice:
If muffins are too dense, make sure not to overmix the batter.
Food Safety Advice:
Keep muffins refrigerated if not eating within 3 days.
Food History:
Muffins have been around since the early 1800s and were originally made with cornmeal.
Flavor Profiles:
Banana chocolate chip muffins have a sweet and slightly nutty flavor.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve muffins as a snack or for breakfast.
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