Banana Muffins With Chocolate And Ginger Recipe

Indulge in these deliciously moist banana muffins, bursting with chunks of rich chocolate and a spicy kick of ginger. Surprisingly low-fat, these muffins are the perfect guilt-free sweet treat for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. The irresistible combination of banana, chocolate, and ginger will have you coming back for more!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 172.9 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Banana Muffins With Chocolate And Ginger

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Banana Muffins With Chocolate And Ginger

  • 3 ripe bananas
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Plain Yogurt
  • ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • All Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Baking Powder
  • ¼ cup crystallized ginger
  • Dark Chocolate

How to Make Banana Muffins With Chocolate And Ginger

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  3. In a large bowl, mash 3 ripe bananas with a fork until mostly smooth.
  4. Add ½ cup vegetable oil, ½ cup plain yogurt, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix well.
  5. Stir in ¾ cup packed light brown sugar until fully combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Fold in ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and ¼ cup crystallized ginger.
  8. Fill muffin cups about ¾ full.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

44g

Fat

11g

Carbs

9g