Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick oats)
- 2/3 cup sugar, brown or white
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips, semi-sweet
Wet Ingredients
- 3 ripe medium bananas (about 1 cup), mashed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners or spray it generously with cooking oil spray. Set aside to be ready for batter.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and mini chocolate chips. This ensures they are evenly distributed throughout the muffins.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Add the eggs and vegetable oil to the bananas and whisk together until the mixture is homogenous and smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients bowl and pour the wet banana mixture inside. Using a large spoon, gently fold the ingredients together just until combined. Do not overmix; stop when there are no visible dry flour streaks to keep the muffins tender.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Using a medium cookie scoop or spoon, portion the batter into the prepared muffin pan liners, filling each cup about three-quarters full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Bake: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving. This prevents sogginess and helps them set perfectly.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- If you prefer, substitute the vegetable oil with melted coconut oil or butter for a different flavor profile.
- Old-fashioned rolled oats provide the best texture; avoid quick oats to maintain a delightful chewiness.
- To make these muffins gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian