banana chocolate chip muffins

I had to share this recipe from GlutenfreeHomemaker.com because it's a fabulous addition to your breakfast smoothie if you're needing a bit more for breakfast or are looking for another option for an afternoon snack. These muffins pack a great protein + fiber punch with the perfect amount of sweetness to brighten up your day!

Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup coconut flour

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

• 4 large eggs

• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil

• 1/4 cup honey

• 2 medium sized ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1/2 cup Enjoy Life mini chocolate chips (dairy free) OR 1/4 cup + 2 Tablespoons chopped walnuts

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 12 cup muffin tin.

2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut flour, salt, and baking soda.

3. In a smaller bowl, beat together with a fork the eggs, coconut oil, honey, mashed bananas, and vanilla.

4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and beat with a hand mixer on medium speed for about one minute or until well combined.

5. Stir in the 1/4 cup walnuts.

6. Spoon batter evenly into 12 muffin cups and sprinkle the remaining 2 Tablespoons chopped walnuts on top.

7. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.