Decadent Chocolate Banana Muffin
This single-serving chocolate banana muffin is rich, moist, and bakes into one large muffin—perfect when you want a quick homemade treat without making a whole batch.
Servings: 1 muffin
Calories: 526kcal
Ingredients
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons banana, mashed about ½ small banana
- 1 tablespoon butter melted and cooled slightly
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons plain greek yogurt
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoon chocolate chips
Instructions
- Place a large silicon muffin liner on a small baking sheet and set aside.
- In a medium bowl mix together the mashed banana, butter, and sugar until well combines. Stir in the yogurt and vanilla. It's okay if there are a few small chunks of banana.
- In another bowl mix the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt and mix until the flour and cocoa are well mixed.
- Add the wet mix to the dry and stir until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Spoon the batter into the silicone baking cup, and chill in refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425℉. and bake for 4-5 minutes, then reduce oven temperature to 375℉ and continue baking for 15-17 minutes. A toothpick inserted in the muffin should come out clean and the top should spring back when lightly pressed. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Banana Ripeness: The riper the banana, the sweeter and more flavorful your muffin will be.
- Sweetness Level: If your banana is very ripe, you may not need much added sugar. Taste the mashed banana first—if it’s super sweet, you can reduce the sugar slightly.
- Extra Chocolatey: Sprinkle a few chocolate chips on top adds a bakery-style touch.
- Texture Boost: A tablespoon of chopped nuts folded into the batter will give a little extra texture and make the muffin feel heartier.
- Pan Choice: Silicone muffin liners are perfect for single-serving baking since the muffin pops right out and cleanup is minimal. If you don’t have one, a greased ramekin works just as well.
Nutrition
Serving: 1muffin | Calories: 526kcal | Carbohydrates: 79g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 21g | Sodium: 321mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 46g
