Description
Indulge in these Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Muffins – rich, moist, and gluten-free with a dairy-free option! Made with ripe bananas, creamy peanut butter, and cocoa powder, these muffins are naturally sweetened and ideal for a healthy yet satisfying treat. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 large bananas)
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted (or any neutral oil)
1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour (or regular all-purpose flour)
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, peanut butter, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and eggs. Mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and gently fold until just combined. Do not overmix.
- If desired, fold in chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Storage: Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days, in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze individually for up to 3 months.
Substitutions: Substitute peanut butter with almond butter or sunflower seed butter for nut-free options, and maple syrup with honey or agave syrup if desired.
Vegan Option: Replace eggs with flax eggs (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water per egg).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 muffins
- Calories: 180 kcal