Dessert

Oatmeal Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe

Byreem everly February 18, 2026February 18, 2026

Introduction

These Oatmeal Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins are a delicious and wholesome treat perfect for breakfast or a snack. Moist and flavorful, they combine the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with hearty oats and rich chocolate chips. Simple to make and wonderfully satisfying, they’re sure to become a favorite.

A group of golden brown chocolate chip muffins are arranged closely together on a white marbled surface with a cooling rack underneath some of them; each muffin has a slightly cracked top sprinkled with glossy dark brown chocolate chips, showing a soft and moist texture inside the light brown, bumpy tops. Scattered chocolate chunks and a white cloth are visible around the muffins, enhancing the cozy and warm feel of the scene. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1½ cup whole wheat flour
3 bananas, mashed
1 cup rolled oats
½ tsp salt
¼ cup milk
½ cup brown sugar, lightly packed
¼ cup canola oil
½ tsp baking powder
2 large eggs
½ tsp baking soda

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2: Prepare a muffin tin by lining it with paper or silicone liners, or lightly coat with cooking spray.
Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, blend together the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, canola oil, milk, and mashed bananas until well combined.
Step 5: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring just until everything is moistened.
Step 6: Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
Step 7: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each nearly to the top.
Step 8: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Tips & Variations

For extra moist muffins, use very ripe bananas with lots of brown spots.
Substitute canola oil with melted coconut oil for a subtle tropical flavor.
Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for added crunch and nutrition.
Use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet for a richer taste.
Try adding a teaspoon of cinnamon or vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.

Storage

Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them in a sealed bag or container for up to 2 months. To reheat, warm in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or in a toaster oven until heated through.