These Banana Coconut Muffins are a sweet snack that’s perfect for any time of day! They’re a great way to start your morning or enjoy as a tasty treat!

 

 

Overripe bananas are SO sweet! And when you put them with coconut flakes and chocolate chips? Perfection!

These muffins are a delicious twist on classic banana bread!

And you are going to LOVE the addition of coconut. Hello tropical flavor!

A warm muffin filled with lots of chocolate chips? The whole family will love them!

Coconut banana muffins is an easy recipe that uses simple ingredients found in your pantry.

The perfect combo of banana, coconut, and chocolate has a delicious flavor!

And it’s a great way to use up overripe bananas. No food waste!

Plus who doesn’t love easy breakfasts or snacks any time of day?

And banana coconut chocolate chip muffins are easy to customize! Add nuts or make them vegan. Easy!

 

 

What Ingredients Are in Banana Coconut Muffins?

Banana chocolate chip muffins are made with a mix of wet ingredients and dry ingredients.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• All-purpose flour: The base of the muffin batter.
• White granulated sugar: Adds sweetness.
• Vegetable oil: Keeps the muffins moist.
• Eggs: Bind the ingredients together. 
• Vanilla extract and almond extract: The combo? Delicious!
• Baking powder and baking soda: Help the muffins rise.
• Salt: Just a bit.
• Mashed overripe bananas: Natural sweetness and moisture.
• Coconut milk: Love that coconut flavor!
• Sweetened shredded coconut flakes: For texture and extra coconut flavor.
• Milk chocolate chips: For a sweet chocolatey taste.

Pro Tips: 

• Use overripe bananas for the best results. They are sweeter and mash easily.
• You can substitute applesauce for eggs to make vegan muffins. 

 

 

How to Make Banana Coconut Muffins

Grab your muffin tin or muffin pan! These coconut chocolate chip banana muffins are one of a kind!

You’ll find the whole recipe below, but here’s what you need to know:

1. Mix the wet ingredients.
2. Add the dry ingredients.
3. Add mashed bananas.
4. Alternate adding flour and coconut milk.
5. Add coconut flakes and chocolate chips.
6. Bake muffins.

Pro Tips:

• For extra flavor, sprinkle some coconut flakes or mini chocolate chips on top of each muffin before baking.
• Use muffin liners or grease lightly so your muffins pop right out.
• Fill the muffin cups about 3/4 full. 
• They’re done when a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
• Cool on a wire rack.

 

 

How to Store Banana Coconut Muffins

To store banana coconut muffins, place them in an airtight container.

You can store them at room temperature. Which is how I prefer them.

They will stay fresh for up to 3 days.

For longer storage, you can refrigerate them for up to a week.

And you can eat them straight from the fridge if you want.

Or you can let them warm up on the counter before you eat them.

 

 

Can You Freeze Banana Coconut Muffins?

Yes, you can freeze banana coconut muffins!

Wrap each muffin individually in plastic wrap is  your safest bet.

Then place them in a freezer-safe bag.

This double wrapping is best cause it helps them not get freezer burned.

They can be frozen for up to 3 months.

To enjoy, thaw at room temperature.

Or warm them in the microwave for a few seconds.

Then spread with butter? Yeah! That sounds good to me!

 

 

Are Banana Coconut Muffins Healthy?

Banana coconut muffins actually have natural sweetness from bananas and coconut.

Though they still have sugar too.

So they are a sweet snack. But they do have some nutritional benefits from the bananas and coconut.

Are they healthy? I guess that’s your call! I think they’re pretty good though!

To make them healthier, you can:

• Substitute whole wheat flour for all or part of the all-purpose flour.
• Use coconut sugar or maple syrup instead of granulated sugar.
• Add flax seeds or oat flour for extra fiber.

If you have dietary concerns, always check the nutrient information.

Then adjust the recipe to fit your needs.

I will give you a fair warning though, I haven’t made those swaps myself! 

Adding whole wheat flour will likely make them a bit dryer.

And maple syrup would probably make them more moist, etc.

You may have to adjust your baking time too with some of the swaps.

So if you make changes, I recommend little changes and be careful!

 

 

What to Serve with Banana Coconut Muffins

Banana coconut muffins are delicious on their own actually!

But you can serve them with other things for a yummy breakfast or brunch.

Here are a couple of ideas for you:

• Easy Strawberry Milk
• Classic Vanilla Rice Pudding
• Fruit Salsa
• Natural Strawberry Lemonade
• Homemade Strawberry Sauce
• Summer Fruit Salad
• Strawberry Banana and Mango Smoothie
• Sauteed Cinnamon Apples
• Over Easy Eggs
• Non Alcoholic Mimosa

 

 

Can I Add Nuts to Banana Coconut Muffins?

Yes, you can add nuts to banana coconut muffins!

Prefer a banana nut muffin? That’s totally okay!

Chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds make a great addition.

Say hello to extra crunch and extra flavor!

Fold in about 1/2 cup of nuts when you add the coconut flakes and chocolate chips.

And boom! Yummy muffins coming your way!

 

 

Is Coconut Healthy?

Coconut is considered healthy. As long as it’s in moderation.

Actually isn’t everything best in moderation? Pretty sure it is.

Coconut has fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

Coconut flakes add texture and a natural sweetness to baked goods too.

But then coconut is also high in saturated fat.

So it’s best enjoyed as part of a balanced diet.

 

 

These banana coconut muffins are the perfect recipe for any occasion! They are moist, flavorful, and easy to make.

Next time you have extra bananas, give this great recipe a try. Your whole family will love these tasty muffins!

 

Originally Posted: February 17, 2016

Photos & Text Updated: December 12, 2024

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