This recipe amps up simple banana muffins with chocolate chips, pecans, browned butter, and a pinch of sea salt to make them something special.
Banana muffins are a breakfast favorite that are moist and deliciously sweet.
This version is a little more indulgent than your average banana muffin so they can also be enjoyed as a sweet snack or dessert.
The fillings, chocolate chips and pecans, add gooey and crunchy textures that contrast beautifully with one another.
The browned butter adds a deep, rich flavor to the batter with a hint of nuttiness. This whole flavor combo is, literally, topped off with sea salt that enhances all these elements.
Why you will love this Banana chocolate chip muffins recipe…
Brown Butter Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins with Pecans and Sea Salt
Equipment
- muffin tin (Wilton Perfect Results)
Ingredients
- ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter
- 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Flaky sea salt – for topping
Instructions
Ingredients
Step 1- Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
Step 2- Brown the Butter
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, swirling occasionally. Continue cooking until the butter turns a golden brown and has a nutty aroma, about 5–7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Step 3- Prepare the Wet Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, then slowly mix in the browned butter, stirring until fully combined.
Step 4- Combine the Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Step 5- Mix It All Together
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and chopped pecans or walnuts.
Step 6- Fill the Muffin Cups
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Sprinkle a small pinch of flaky sea salt on top of each muffin for an extra layer of flavor.
Step 7- Bake
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serving Suggestions
These muffins can be served as a breakfast or as a snack at any time of day. They’re also sweet and tasty enough to be a great dessert. Serve alongside a cup of tea or coffee.
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Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins FAQs
What is the secret to moist muffins?
The right balance of butter and sugar is the key to moist muffins, which we have got just right in this recipe. In addition to this, ingredients like bananas will also make your muffins less likely to dry out.
Why are my banana muffins dry?
Your banana muffins may turn out dry if you overbake them. This can also happen if you use bananas that are not ripe enough. Overripe bananas are best for making banana muffins.
Can I use bread flour in muffins?
If bread flour is the only flour you have on hand, you can replace the all-purpose flour with it. However, you should be mindful that the muffins may turn out a little heavier as a result.
