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A soft, chocolatey treat that feels indulgent but stays light

If you’re looking for a soft, sweet, and satisfying treat, these banana chocolate muffins are the perfect choice.

They combine natural sweetness from ripe bananas with rich chocolate flavor, creating a dessert that works for breakfast, snacks, or a lighter sweet treat.

They’re easy to make, perfectly moist, and ideal for meal prep when you want something sweet without going overboard.

If you want to make your recipes lighter without giving up your favorite foods, check my free guide:
3 Habits That Make Meals Lighter

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Why this recipe works

This recipe works because it combines:

• natural sweetness from bananas
• a soft and moist texture
• balanced ingredients for a lighter result
• simple preparation in one bowl

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Calories & Protein (per muffin)

• Calories: ~140 kcal
• Protein: ~7 g

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Tools you’ll need

• Mixing bowl
• Whisk or fork
• Knife, I always recommend this set from Amazon
• Muffin tray
• Paper liners

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Ingredients (for 12 muffins)

• 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
• 2 eggs
• 150 g Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt)
• 120 ml milk
• 30 ml olive oil
• 60 g sweetener or sugar
• 150 g flour (all-purpose or oat flour)
• 1 scoop protein powder (optional but recommended)
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder
• pinch of salt
• 60 g dark chocolate chips

Optional

• 1 tbsp cocoa powder
• oats or seeds for topping

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Instructions

1. Prepare the batter

In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.

Add eggs, yogurt, milk, oil, and sweetener.
Mix until creamy and well combined.

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2. Add dry ingredients

Add flour, protein powder, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder (if using).

Mix gently until just combined.

Avoid overmixing to keep muffins soft.

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3. Add chocolate chips

Fold in chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.

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4. Prepare the tray

Line a muffin tray with paper liners.

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5. Fill and bake

Divide the batter evenly into 12 muffin cups (about ¾ full).

Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 18–22 minutes.

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6. Cool

Let the muffins cool for a few minutes before removing from the tray.

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7. Serve

Enjoy warm or store for later.

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Tips for the best result

• use ripe bananas
• don’t overmix
• slightly underbake for softness
• let cool before removing

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Make it lighter (lower calorie swaps)

• use 0% yogurt
• reduce oil slightly
• use zero-calorie sweetener
• add more banana for sweetness
• use mini chocolate chips

3 Habits That Make Meals Lighter

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Storage & meal prep

Store in an airtight container:

• room temperature → 1–2 days
• fridge → up to 4 days
• freezer → up to 2 months

I use containers like these.

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Make it a full meal

To make them more filling:

• pair with yogurt
• add fruit
• add nut butter

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Related recipes

• Healthy Date Snickers

• Frozen Strawberry Yogurt Clusters

• Banana Chocolate Easter Muffins

• Healthy Strawberry Chia Pudding

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Variations

• extra chocolate version
• vegan version
• high protein version
• nut butter swirl

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