Banana Walnut Muffins with Chocolate Chip

There’s something magical about the combination of ripe bananas, crunchy walnuts, and melty chocolate chips. These banana walnut chocolate chip muffins are the perfect mix of comfort and indulgence—ideal for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. The best part? They’re super easy to make and use pantry staples you likely already have on hand!

Let’s dive into what makes these muffins so special and, of course, how to make them.

Ingredients:

• 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
• ¾ cup sugar
• ⅓ cup melted butter
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup chocolate chips (optional but highly recommended!)

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the cups.
2. Mash the Bananas
   In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth if you want a smoother texture. If you want a little more chunk in your bites, mash the bananas with a fork gently. They’re the star of this recipe, providing natural sweetness and moisture.
3. Mix the Wet Ingredients
   Stir the sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg into the mashed bananas until well combined.
4. Combine the Dry Ingredients
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined (don’t overmix!).
5. Add the Good Stuff
   Fold in the chopped walnuts and chocolate chips. Make sure they’re evenly distributed for the perfect bite every time.
6. Fill and Bake
   Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. I usually like my muffins brown so I might keep the muffins in the oven a tiny bit longer (just by 2 ish minutes)
7. Cool and Enjoy
   Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy them warm or store them in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
   

These banana walnut chocolate chip muffins are more than just a treat—they’re a little slice of comfort during those busy postpartum days. They’re quick to make, packed with wholesome ingredients like bananas and walnuts, and offer a touch of indulgence with the chocolate chips.

Whether you’re sneaking in a bite during a quiet moment with your baby or grabbing one as a quick snack while juggling it all, these muffins are here to fuel you and bring a little joy to your day.

Remember, taking care of yourself is just as important as taking care of your little one—and nourishing snacks like these muffins are a simple way to do just that. So, whip up a batch and savour every bite. You deserve it!