Gluten-Free Banana-Chocolate Chip Muffins

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 1/2 cups (180g) almond flour
• 1/2 cup (60g) coconut flour
• 1/4 cup (25g) cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons (10g) baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g) salt
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup (120ml) unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup (50g) melted unsalted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
• 1 cup (150g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cook Time:

25-30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mash the bananas. Whisk in the almond milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
5. Fill the prepared muffin cups about 2/3 full.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

Per muffin (1/8 of recipe):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Cholesterol: 75mg
• Sodium: 100mg
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Dietary Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 16g
• Protein: 6g

Dish Characteristics:

• Gluten-free
• Moist and fluffy
• Chocolatey and banana-flavored
• Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert

User Comments:

• "These muffins are so delicious and fluffy! I can't believe they're gluten-free."
• "The perfect combination of chocolate and banana flavors. I love the crunchy chocolate chips."
• "I've been looking for a gluten-free muffin recipe that actually tastes good, and these are it! They're so easy to make too."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• For a vegan version, replace the butter with vegan butter and the eggs with flax eggs (1 tablespoon flaxseed meal mixed with 3 tablespoons water).
• To add extra sweetness, sprinkle a little brown sugar on top of the muffins before baking.