These muffins were super random. I woke up to find some lovely bananas laying on the kitchen table. Fruit doesn't last long in our house because I always find something to bake with it. As soon as I saw the bananas, I knew I wanted to FINALLY try the banana muffins in Baked: New Frontiers in Baking by Matt Lewis and Renato Poliafito that I've heard so much about . My thoughts? All the reviews are true! These muffins are insane! They are packed with flavor. They're very moist, thanks to the bananas. And the coffee really accents the flavor of the chocolate chips. I didn't have espresso powder, so I used extra instant coffee. I think next time I'll add a bit more to make the coffee flavor really stand out. Other than that, these muffins are perfect. They'll definitely get you going in the morning, but don't think you'll be reaching for one as a substitute for a healthy breakfast. They're definitely not in the healthy-muffin category!
Banana Espresso Chocolate Chip Muffins (from Baked: New Frontiers in Baking)1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 4 medium)
1/2 cups sugar
1/4 cups packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cups whole milk
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon instant espresso
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup (6 ounces) semi sweet chocolate chips
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 12 cup pan muffin with non-stick cooking spray. In a medium bowl stir together the bananas, sugars, butter, milk, and egg. Set aside.
In another medium bowl whisk together the flour, espresso, baking soda, and salt together. Make a well in the center of the flour bowl. Pour the wet ingredients into the well and stir until just combined. Fold in the chocolate.
Divide the batter among the muffin pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool the muffins in the pan for 15 minutes before removing. Then finishing cooling on a wire rack. Muffins can be kept in an airtight container for 2 days.
31 comments:
These looks DELISH. I would have never thought to pair banana with coffee but they sounds awesome.
You made them! I hope you enjoy them as much as I did.
OK. This is the second time I've seen this recipe floating around and I really have to try it. I love it when everything I love is wrapped up in a cupcake wrapper.
Just got your comment. I'd blog more if I had something to bake. But this unemployed thing sucks! And no, I didn't go to the baby shower. I never got an invite.
These sound amazing!
I'm so glad I hid 2 bananas away from my family. I was craving banana bread again, but want to make these instead!
Totally agree about using more instant coffee. My husband said that, though the muffins were fantastic, he couldn't really taste the coffee.
The frosting I used for the Sprinkles cupcakes are actually a bunch of leftover ones I had in my fridge including your SMBC recipe. I thought it would be too confusing to explain so I left it out. I think the sprinkles frosting with all the sugar they use!
These look soo good. I totally have a banana craving!
Plus, I really like the photo with the book under the cooling rack... good shot!
Yeah, I had school that day but I also didn't know where to go even if I coulda gone. :) I'll try to get her something after she has her baby.
Hi!
I found your blog when searching for a cake and I am so glad I found it! Your recipes and ohotos are so great! I've subscribed and will definitely be returning!
Carolyn
Man, you've been busy posting! Making up for lost time?!
I don't remember these...thanks for bring them to my attention.
I took a quick peek at your pesto bread. Love pesto. I can see why you ate half of it in two days.
~ingrid
oh yummy these look absolutely delish!
~beth
These are so delicious!!! I should make them again. I have only good memories of them. :)
these should be called "wired monkey muffins" or something. yum!
i noticed you said that fruit doesnt last long in your house, so im assuming that nice ripe bananas with brown spots on them had been bought.
have you ever roasted your bananas to bring the flavor out more? you know like how you would with coconut or nuts, things like that. you leave the peel on the banana while its in the oven though.
Once I make these, my husband is going to fall in love with me all over again!!! You have combined all of his favorite things!!! I will be making these for him soon and will report back! Thanks for making me the coolest wife on the block! :0)
Wow! What an amazing flavour combination, I never would have thought of it! They certainly look delicious, I'll bookmark these to try sometime for sure!
What a yummy combination! :) I would never have paired Banana & Coffee, but throw in the Choc Chips and suddenly it all makes sense! :)
i have some bananas to use and this is the perfect way! thanks for sharing :)
these sound really good. i've got 2 bananas... maybe I can whip up a half batch.
My favorite things all rolled into one!! Yumm! Looks great!
I love making muffins and this recipe is a keeper. They look so delicious and perfect for breakfast or anytime.
i made a half batch and they are EXCELLENT!!!!!!!
mmmm banana and choc chips = yum!
I was just looking at this recipe in the book. Now I know it can be trusted. Sorry have been MIA, busy busy busy. All your stuff looks great!
These sound and look amazing!
I've been trying to decide what to make from the Baked book since I travelled half way around the world to get my hands on a copy. Either I skimmed overthsi one or just plain forgot.
If it contains fruit then it's healthy and can be eaten for breakfast :D
How many did you get out of one batch?
These are in the oven as I type. They smell phenomenal.
ahhh i've been dying to get this baked book to try it out!! these muffins have inspired me to look for it once again.
:)
Just FYI - 6 oz. of chocolate chips = 1 cup. They sound delish!
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