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Coconut Banana Muffins with Chocolate Chips

These Coconut Banana Muffins are a sweet delight! Bursting with bananas, chocolate, and coconut, they're perfect for any time of day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3 pieces very ripe bananas
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 piece egg
  • 1/3 cup oil
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, plain
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 cup shredded coconut, unsweetened
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips plus more for topping if desired

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Muffin tin
  • Parchment paper or muffin liners
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat the Oven - Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your muffins bake evenly and rise perfectly.
  2. Step 2: Prepare Muffin Tin - Line your muffin tin with parchment paper or muffin liners for easy cleanup. If you prefer, you can grease the tin with a little oil.
  3. Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients - In a large mixing bowl, mash the 3 very ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Add in the egg, 1/3 cup of oil, Greek yogurt, and 1 tsp of vanilla extract. Whisk these together until well combined.
  4. Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients - In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup of flour, 1 cup of sugar, 1 tsp of baking soda, and 1/2 tsp of sea salt.
  5. Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients - Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep your muffins light and fluffy.
  6. Step 6: Fold in Coconut and Chocolate Chips - Gently fold in 1 cup of shredded coconut and 1 cup of dark chocolate chips into the batter. If desired, reserve a few chocolate chips for topping.
  7. Step 7: Fill Muffin Tin - Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full. Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips on top for added appeal.
  8. Step 8: Bake - Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Step 9: Cool and Enjoy - Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delicious Coconut Banana Muffins with Chocolate Chips warm or at room temperature!

Notes

  • Ensure your bananas are very ripe for the best natural sweetness.
  • Don’t overmix the batter; it’s okay if a few lumps remain.
  • These muffins freeze well, making them a great make-ahead option.