Banana Nut Chocolate Chip Muffins are a lovely twist on a classic banana nut bread. I've added maple candied pecans and chocolate chips for extra amazing flavor. These little cuties are also handheld for an easy breakfast on the go!
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If you're like me there are always bananas laying around. And, if you're also like me, there are always a couple that get a little too squishy for my taste. These banana nut chocolate chip muffins are the perfect answer to said squishy bananas. They're perfect for an easy morning breakfast on the go, a fantastic afternoon snack with a hot cup of coffee, and even a wonderful end to a dinner with family.
To start, we caramelize some pecans in maple syrup. They're getting sticky and sweet and topped with a bit of flaky sea salt, the pecans turn into a salted caramel nugget. While this step is optional, I suggest you don't skip it. Its amazing. The addition of the semi-sweet chocolate chips just puts these banana muffins over the top. Because, chocolate.
Whatever you do, make them. Enjoy them. Share them...or not. Go grab those squishy bananas and let's go!
ingredients
- Maple Syrup
- Pecans
- Maldon Flaky Sea Salt
- Butter
- Brown Sugar
- Ripe Bananas
- Vanilla
- Eggs
- Avocado Oil
- Flour
- Baking Soda
- Kosher Salt
- Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- Turbinado Sugar
how to make banana nut muffins
For the very best Banana Nut Chocolate Chip Muffins ever, let's start with the candied pecans. This part is optional, but it is very simple and adds a ton of flavor so I highly suggest doing it!
Add pecan pieces and maple syrup to a cast iron skill over medium high heat. Cook for a few minutes, stirring often, until maple syrup thickens and becomes very sticky. Transfer the pecans to a plate or cutting board and sprinkle with a little flaky sea salt. Set them aside.
Cream the butter and sugar together in bowl. Add the eggs, one at a time and thoroughly combine. Mix in the vanilla, mashed bananas, and avocado oil.
Add all of the dry ingredients to a separate bowl, including the chocolate chips and pecans. Mix to combine.
Working in steps, add ⅓ of the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Stir to just combine. Repeat until all of the dry ingredients are mixed into the wet ingredients.
Using an ice cream scoop, fill a lined muffin tin with the batter. Sprinkle the unbaked cupcakes with a little Turbinado sugar. Bake in a preheated 350° oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
If you can, let the muffins cool slightly. Slather with butter and enjoy!
frequently asked questions
What other nuts would be good with banana nut chocolate chip muffins?
Typically, banana bread or muffins are made with either pecans or walnuts. However, you do you. Use any nut you love. If it's a bigger nut like a cashew (which would be delicious here) I would recommend chopping a bit before add to the batter.
How do I know if my banana nut chocolate chip muffins are done?
My short answer is if a toothpick comes out of the muffins clean, then they are done. Everyone's oven will cook at a slightly different temp and everyone will use a slightly different type of muffin tin. This all makes a difference. I know to start paying attention when the tops of the muffins don't look wet and the edges are becoming slightly golden.
What if I don't like nuts or have an allergy?
You can 100% leave them out.
Can I add other chocolate chip options?
Of course! I generally use a semi-sweet chocolate chip in my baking because they are not overly sweet. You could use milk or white chocolate chips. I've even been known to throw in peanut butter chips and its a huge hit each time!
Do I have to candy the pecans for this recipe?
You do not. It's totatally worth it to do, but you can just throw in plain pecans.
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Recipe
Banana Nut Chocolate Chip Muffins
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1-1½ cups pecans, chopped
- flaky sea salt
- ½ cup butter, softened
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 eggs
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- ¼ cup avocado oil
- 2 cups AP flour
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Turbinado sugar, for topping
Instructions
- Add pecan pieces and maple syrup to a cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Cook for a few minutes, stirring often, until maple syrup thickens and becomes very sticky. Transfer the pecans to a plate or cutting board and sprinkle with a little flaky sea salt. Set them aside.
- Cream the butter and sugar together in bowl. Add the eggs, one at a time and thoroughly combine. Mix in the vanilla, mashed bananas, and avocado oil until combined.
- Add all of the dry ingredients to a separate bowl, including the chocolate chips and pecans. Mix to combine.
- Working in steps, add ⅓ of the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Stir to just combine. Repeat until all of the dry ingredients are mixed into the wet ingredients.
- Using an ice cream scoop, fill a lined muffin tin with the batter. Sprinkle the unbaked cupcakes with a little Turbinado sugar. Bake in a preheated 350° oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven. If you can, let the muffins cool slightly. Slather with butter and enjoy!
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-Rufus
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