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Whole Wheat Banana Muffins with Chocolate and Cherries

These Whole Wheat Banana Muffins are a delightful blend of chocolate and cherries! Moist, fluffy, and perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins:
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter melted
  • 1.5 cups Mashed Banana about 3 large bananas
  • 3/4 cup Sugar
  • 1 Egg slightly beaten
  • 1.5 cups White Whole Wheat Flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 12 Maraschino Cherries chopped
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Muffin tin
  • Parchment paper liners
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
  2. Step 2: Line a muffin tin with parchment paper liners or grease it lightly.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar. Add the mashed bananas and egg, mixing until fully incorporated.
  4. Step 4: In another bowl, combine the flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and cinnamon. Whisk until even.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Gently fold in the chopped cherries and mini chocolate chips.
  7. Step 7: Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  8. Step 8: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Step 9: Let the muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for optimal sweetness and moisture.
  • Avoid overmixing to prevent dense muffins.
  • Check muffins a few minutes before the baking time to prevent overbaking.