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Banana Muffins with Olive Oil and Dark Chocolate.

These Banana Muffins are SO DELICIOUS! With moist olive oil and rich dark chocolate, they’re the perfect treat for any time of day.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour or all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 3 large bananas mashed
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 6 ounces high-quality dark chocolate chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Muffin Tin
  • Parchment paper or muffin liners
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat the Oven - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Prepare the Muffin Tin - Line a muffin tin with parchment paper or muffin liners.
  3. Step 3: Mix the Dry Ingredients - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. Step 4: Combine the Wet Ingredients - In another bowl, beat the egg and add brown sugar, vanilla, and olive oil. Mix in mashed bananas and milk.
  5. Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Add the Chocolate - Fold in the chopped dark chocolate.
  7. Step 7: Fill the Muffin Tin - Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  8. Step 8: Bake - Bake for 18-22 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Step 9: Cool - Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Notes

  • Experiment with different add-ins like nuts or fruits for variety.
  • Store baked muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze muffins for up to 3 months for later enjoyment.