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Banana Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins

These Banana Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins are a delicious way to enjoy veggies! Moist, tender, and bursting with flavors, they are perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar
  • ¾ cup Coconut Oil melted (can substitute with vegetable or canola oil)
  • ¾ cup Light Brown Sugar packed
  • 2 tablespoons Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk can substitute with coconut, soy, rice, or cow's milk
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 cup Ripe Mashed Bananas (about 2 small to medium bananas)
  • 1 cup Shredded Zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini, unpeeled)
  • 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • a pinch Salt optional and to taste
  • 1 cup Mini Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips about, divided (or use regular-sized chips)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Muffin tin
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
  2. Step 2: Line a standard muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, combine melted coconut oil, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar. Whisk until blended, then add almond milk, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas, mixing until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Gently fold in shredded zucchini into the wet mixture.
  5. Step 5: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
  6. Step 6: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, folding together until just combined.
  7. Step 7: Gently fold in about ¾ of the mini chocolate chips into the batter.
  8. Step 8: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top.
  9. Step 9: Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Step 10: Let cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze muffins in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.
  • Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or warm in the microwave for a quick snack.