These Chocolate Espresso Banana Muffins are truly a decadent breakfast treat! They’re perfect with your morning coffee or tea!
Hi guys! How’s everyone’s week going? It’s been a scorcher here just as predicted, but I’ve been staying well hydrated with my yummy fruit infused waters! I hope you’ve tried ’em because they’re the perfect thirst quencher if I do say so myself!
Y’all have any big plans for the upcoming weekend? Anything fun in the works? I’ve got lots going on! I’m heading down to my mom’s house at the beach today to spend some time with my sister and her family who are in visiting from St. Louis. My niece Erin and I are going to bake up a little treat that I’ll be sharing with you on the blog sometime soon and I’ll be teaching my nephew Brendan, who loves photography, a few things about food photography. From there, I’ll be heading down to my house because Tom and I have friends joining us at the beach for the weekend.
If you’re a regular follower of the blog, you know I’m a planner. When company’s coming, I like to make sure all the grocery shopping is done before everyone arrives and that all meals are planned out from soup to nuts. I don’t really worry about lunches because most of the time during the weekend we are out on the boat or at the beach and we just grab something quick, but breakfast and dinner are usually served at home.
I’m so excited because this weekend I’ll be baking an absolutely decadent little treat to serve with our morning coffee. I saw the recipe for these Chocolate Espresso Banana Muffins in one of my favorite magazines, bake FROM SCRATCH and I immediately fell in love. I knew by the list of ingredients that they were destined to become a favorite. Bananas, chocolate and espresso powder…what’s not to love?? They’re incredibly moist and have a rich, deep chocolate flavor. They were in their Winter 2016 issue in a feature called Muffin Magic. They’ve got Strawberry-Balsamic Muffins, Blueberry-Cornmeal Muffins with Thyme Glaze and Matcha-Almond Muffins with Black Sesame Streusel to name a few. I’m working my way through the list friends and enjoying every minute of it!
I followed the ingredient list to the T, but instead of using a jumbo muffin pan, I used my standard muffin pan. If you use the jumbo pan, you’ll get 8 muffins. With the standard pan I got 18 muffins. Make sure your bananas are overripe and when you’re adding your wet ingredients to your dry ingredients don’t over mix. Stir just until moistened.
These muffins are perfect served warm with your morning coffee or tea. You’ll need to grab one quick because it’s amazing how they’ll disappear before your very eyes! Enjoy friends and have a lovely weekend!
Ingredients
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. espresso powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. grated fresh nutmeg
- 3 overripe bananas 1 1/2 cups
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 Tbsp. molasses
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line 18 standard muffins cups with paper liners or coat with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- Melt chocolate and espresso powder in the top of a double boiler. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg in a large bowl. Make a well in center of mixture.
- Whisk together bananas, eggs, vegetable oil, buttermilk, molasses and vanilla in a medium bowl. Add to the dry ingredients just until moistened.
- Scoop 1 1/2 cups of the batter into another medium bowl and stir in the chocolate mixture.
- Spoon banana batter into the prepared cups, filling 2/3 full. Make a small well with the back of a spoon in the middle of each cup. Spoon in some of the chocolate batter, then swirl with wooden pick.
- Bake for 22-24 minutes or until pick comes out clean when inserted in center of muffin.
- Cool for 5 minutes in pan, then remove to wire racks. Serve warm or at room temp.
Recipe adapted from bake FROM SCRATCH Banana Chocolate Espresso Swirl Muffins
These muffins look to good Mary Ann! I can just imagine how perfect they would be with a cup of coffee first thing in the morning. And that muffin tray is just SO gorgeous. Love it.
Thanks so much Alida! I had a hard time stopping at one…so I didn’t! That muffin tray is from Anthropologie and I love it too! Have a great weekend!
Sounds like you have a lovely weekend planned with your family, Mary Ann! I’m really looking forward to the weekend too. It’s not that I have a lot planned, as such, it’s that we don’t. Know what I mean? Hubby and I are really looking forward to chillaxing. We’ll do a few odds and ends around the home, but looking forward to some good eats and enjoying each other’s company :)
These muffins look delish…I love anything with espresso flavour. And that muffin pan is just adorable! Love it! Pinned, of course! Have a fantastic weekend, Mary Ann!!
Those are the best kind of weekends! Just relaxing and enjoying the summer! You’ll love these muffins Dawn. They’re incredibly moist and that chocolate espresso flavor is to die for! Enjoy your weekend! XO
You never disappoint on all your recipes you give us, Mary Ann! All of the ones I’ve tried so far are scrumshious! Can’t wait to try these muffins. I’m a big fan of espresso. Have a safe, joyful weekend with you family and friends!
Awww, thanks so much Nancie! You’ve made my day! You have a wonderful weekend too!
These look delish, I am going to try them with a gluten free baking mix!
Enjoy your weekend, Mary Ann!
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Tobie
Thanks so much for commenting Tobie! (And for saving me yesterday!) Hope you enjoy these. You have a great weekend too!
I am in love with this magazine! I was so happy when they began the subscription, but I haven’t gotten this one yet. I need it because the muffins look fantastic. Banana baked goods are my all time favorite and I can only imagine how scrumptious chocolate espresso is paired with it.
I’m so glad you enjoy it too Jen! I just love their Cake one too! You’re going to LOVE these muffins!!
how do i not know this magazine?! going to check it out for sure. these muffins sound outrageous. and perfect for the morning with that extra jolt of caffeine! love, love, love your muffin pan too! these are a must bake!
You need to get the magazine Cathy! You’ll love it for sure! They also have a Cake one that’s just fabulous! One cake is better than the next! Happy weekend at the beach my friend!
It sounds like a busy but fun weekend ahead, enjoy the time with your family and friends. Serving those muffins to your house guests may have them wanting to extend their stay. :)
Thanks so much Karen! I think they might! You enjoy your weekend too!
Your photos always have me drooling Mary Ann, they are absolutely stunning! I love the combination of flavors in these muffins — chocolate + espresso is always a win, and even better with some banana! Such a perfect treat for breakfast (or dessert!)
Thanks so much Michelle! You’ll definitely need to give these a try! The gang from Bake from Scratch hit it right on the nose with these! They’re wonderful!
Sounds like you have a fun filled weekend planned, my friend!! I’m jealous! Nothing extraordinary going on over here.. so I’ll have to live vicariously through you. ;) I have tried your fruit infused water and it’s delish!! Perfect way to stay hydrated! And these muffins are next on my list to make!! The flavor combination sounds divine! Chocolate Espresso and Banana in a muffin? Sign me up!! Pinned! Cheers, Mary Ann! Have a beautiful weekend!!
P.s. it would only let me give u 3 stars.. and this is worth 5, so I left them blank. :(
Yes! So glad you’re enjoying the waters Cheyanne!The flavors in these muffins just go perfectly together Cheyanne! I’m sure Boy is going to love them! Have a nice, relaxing weekend! XO
These muffins looks so delicious, Mary Ann. Love the trifecta of espresso and banana and chocolate! Your guests are very lucky – what a treat. Hope you have a fun weekend – sound like it’s packed with activities.
Thanks so much Geraldine! I knew as soon as I saw this recipe that it would become a favorite! I’m always looking for an excuse to make them!
Your weekend sounds wonderful! I also have family coming into town tonight, so I’ll be entertaining lots of cousins all weekend! You’re much more prepared than I am, though ;) these muffins look fabulous! I always admire the Bake from Scratch magazine at the store but I’ve never actually bought it…these muffins look so fabulous though, I think I need to pick it up next time I see it. And your muffin pan is so beautiful! Lovely post, as usual Mary Ann :)
Sounds like you’ll be having some fun too Rachel! I love the Bake from Scratch magazine. You’ll definitely need to pick one up! Their Cake magazine is wonderful too. I bought my muffin pan from Anthropologie! It’s a favorite of mine! Have a terrific weekend Rachel.
These muffins are making me drool! Just one question though, are there any substitutes for molasses? I can’t seem to find any where I live.
Hi Jun! Thanks so much for leaving a comment. You can substitute dark corn syrup for the molasses. Hope you enjoy these as much as I do!
Yum, I love the flavors in this! Is there anything better than chocolate and coffee? I think not!
I agree Karen! I hope you enjoy them if you give them a go! Have a great weekend!
Hi Mary Ann, this are good looking muffins. What a treat! I am at the International Food Blogger Conference in Sacramento. It should be fun.
Wow! Sounds like fun Gerlinde! Have a great time.
Oh my, these muffins look too good! I would love to try making them gluten free. :)
They really are delicious Bethany!! Hope you enjoy. Thanks so much for commenting!
Beautiful muffins and great to have on hand for weekend entertaining. Perfect flavour combination :) Have a great weekend, Mary Ann!
Thanks Jennifer! My guests are going to love these! You enjoy your weekend too!
These muffins look absolutely beautiful! Chocolate and espresso – YES! Your weekend sounds perfectly planned…stay cool and have fun and eat well!
Awww, thanks Kathy! You’ve got to try them!! Enjoy yours as well!
Your pictures of these muffins look wonderful!
I like your idea of smaller muffin tins, it feels more yummies to share with myself!! LOL!!
I need to work on this “sharing” thing. ;-)
I also like getting the magazine bake FROM SCRATCH, so many tasty recipes.
In that issue I tried my hand at the rye breads.
More work than I thought, but boy were they good!!
Have a nice day! :-)
Thanks so much Dalila! I’m not a sharer either, especially with these!! Happy weekend!
Wow… just. Wow. I think I need to make these right away. After I make your brookie… or maybe I can make them the same day and binge eat all the sweets together. These look SO good!
Yes, you do Sarah! Thanks so much Sarah! So much to make so little time!! Enjoy your weekend!
These are all I want this morning!
YES!! They’re sooo good Matt!
I am all for a little chocolate with breakfast. These muffins are perfection!
Thanks Laura! Bake From Scratch hit it out of the park with these!
oh my gosh, YES to these muffins. what an amazing flavour combination! love the photos too – these muffins look so delicious Xx
Thanks so much Thalia!
These look amazing! That swirl- yum! I’ve tried SO many different banana bread recipes, but none with espresso- what a great idea!
You’ll love these Jessica!
Sounds like you had a wonderful weekend planned – hope you had so much fun :) I’m also a planner and like to have all meals scheduled for the week (my family finds this sorta annoying :/ ) It definitely makes the week run smoother though.
This muffin flavor is simply perfection! I have to try this combo. PS: I love that muffin pan!!
Thanks Megan! Glad you’re a planner like me. It makes everything in life easier. I got the pan from Anthropologie. I love it too! Have a great week!
What a gorgeous muffin, Mary Ann! And you’re right, what’s not to love? The molasses, coffee, banana and chocolate?! AND buttermilk?! I have my hand up high! I need to pick up a copy of that magazine… I’ve been thinking about muffins for a few weeks. It’s time for me to bake! xo
Thanks Traci! I’m not an expert swirler, but they still taste delish! Definitely get the magazine! And their Cake edition is fabulous!
I made these and took them to work. Everyone loved them. I melted my chocolate in the microwave instead of a double boiler and it worked fine. I will make these again!
So happy everyone enjoyed them Corrina! Thanks for trying the recipe!
Hi. I’d like to take these for a work breakfast potluck. How do I make them mini-sized? Thank you.
Hey there. I made these exactly as the directions stated in the magazine. If you want to make them in a mini version just add your batter as stated to your mini muffin tin and bake at 350 until a tester inserted in the center of the muffin comes out clean. I’m thinking around the 10-11 minute mark. Enjoy!