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Moist Hidden Veggie Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins

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These moist hidden veggie chocolate chip banana muffins are a healthy and delicious breakfast option that sneak in shredded zucchini and grated carrots for added nutrition without compromising flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 cup shredded zucchini, packed and squeezed dry
  • 1/2 cup grated carrots
  • 1 3/4 cups (220 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/3 cup (75 grams) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (130 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly. (5 minutes)
  2. Shred 1 cup zucchini and 1/2 cup carrots using a box grater. Squeeze out excess moisture from the zucchini with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. (10 minutes)
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. (3 minutes)
  4. In another bowl, mash 3 ripe bananas until smooth. Add 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined. (5 minutes)
  5. Add the shredded zucchini and carrots to the wet mixture. Stir in 3/4 cup chocolate chips gently. (3 minutes)
  6. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients bowl. Stir just until combined; do not overmix. (2 minutes)
  7. Spoon the batter evenly into the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. (3 minutes)
  8. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Avoid opening the oven door early. (20 minutes)
  9. Remove muffins from oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough muffins. Squeeze excess moisture from zucchini to prevent soggy muffins. Use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness. Tent muffins with foil if tops brown too quickly. Fresh baking powder ensures good rise. Variations include swapping butter for coconut oil for dairy-free, using gluten-free flour blends, or adding nuts or dried fruit.

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