How to Make Chunky Monkey Muffins - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you a fan of the classic combination of chocolate, banana, and nuts? If so, then you’re going to love these Chunky Monkey Muffins! This delicious recipe takes all the flavors of the beloved Chunky Monkey ice cream and turns them into a moist and flavorful muffin that is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. Whether you’re a fan of banana bread, chocolate chip muffins, or just love a good baked treat, these Chunky Monkey Muffins are sure to become a new favorite in your househol...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup pitted dates (Optional)
  • ½ cup almond butter
  • ½ cup coconut flour
  • ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
  • ¼ cup palm shortening
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 dozen muffins

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners.
  • Puree bananas and dates in a food processor until smooth. Add almond butter, coconut flour, coconut oil, palm shortening, cocoa powder, baking soda, vanilla extract, and salt. Pulse to make a thick batter, scraping sides to fully incorporate ingredients.
  • Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups, filling them 2/3 full. Toss chocolate chips and walnuts together in a small bowl, then sprinkle on top of each muffin, pressing them gently into tops.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, 16 to 18 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    273 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Sodium: 355mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 43mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 284mg