Indulge your taste buds with a delightful twist on breakfast: Chocolate Chip Banana Bread French Toast Muffins with Cinnamon Streusel! Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, fluffy muffin that perfectly marries the comforting flavors of banana bread and the classic appeal of French toast. These scrumptious muffins are not only easy to make but are also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for brunch gatherings or a cozy family breakfast. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of love, you can create a mouthwatering treat that will have everyone asking for seconds. Ready to elevate your morning routine? Let’s dive into this delicious recipe!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the 3 ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth. Make sure there are no large lumps remaining.
- Add the 1/3 cup melted butter to the mashed bananas and mix well until combined.
- Stir in the 1 teaspoon baking soda and a pinch of salt. Mix until the baking soda is evenly distributed.
- Add the 3/4 cup sugar, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Whisk everything together until smooth and well combined.
- Gradually add the 1 cup all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the muffins dense.
- Fold in the 1/2 cup chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- In a separate small bowl, prepare the cinnamon streusel by combining the 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour (you can use some of the flour from the main batter). Mix until crumbly.
- Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with the banana bread batter. Sprinkle a generous amount of the cinnamon streusel mixture on top of each muffin.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the muffins are cooling, prepare the French toast mixture. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the 1/2 cup milk and 2 eggs until well combined.
- Once the muffins are completely cool, dip each muffin in the milk and egg mixture, ensuring they are well-coated but not soaked.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a little butter or oil to prevent sticking. Once hot, place the dipped muffins on the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
- Remove the French toast muffins from the skillet and serve warm, optionally topped with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Tips
- Use Overripe Bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your muffins will be. Look for bananas with plenty of brown spots for the best results!
- Don’t Overmix: When combining the flour with the wet ingredients, mix gently until just combined. Overmixing can lead to dense muffins, so be careful!
- Customize Your Add-Ins: Feel free to swap out the chocolate chips for your favorite mix-ins, such as walnuts, pecans, or even dried fruit for a different flavor profile.
- Perfect Cinnamon Streusel: For an extra crunch, make sure your streusel is crumbly. You can easily adjust the amount of cinnamon and sugar to suit your taste.
- French Toast Coating: When dipping the muffins in the milk and egg mixture, ensure they are well-coated but not soaked, to maintain their structure while cooking.
- Watch the Cooking Time: Keep an eye on the muffins while they’re on the skillet; cooking times may vary based on your stove. Aim for a golden brown color for the perfect finish.
- Serve with Toppings: These muffins are delicious on their own, but they shine even more when topped with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or a dusting of powdered sugar. Get creative with your toppings!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 35mg
