I was inspired by a few different banana cupcake recipes before settling on this one. The cream cheese frosting is probably my favorite part; it's just wonderfully decadent on a banana cupcake. Refrigerate cupcakes after frosting. P.S. They taste much better the next day!
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Directions
Cook's Note:
I love putting chocolate chips in my banana bread, but if you want to eliminate them or substitute nuts or something, all the better. I also like to decorate them with a cute chocolate chip on top.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving:
332 calories; protein 3.2g; carbohydrates 55.3g; fat 12g; cholesterol 41.4mg; sodium 133.8mg.
Full Nutrition
I was looking for a cupcake recipe that’s not like the typical super sweet sugar bomb. I followed the recipe exactly and they came out great. The half cup of chocolate chips was just right, adding little chocolate surprises to some bites. To me, these are reminiscent of little carrot cakes or banana bread…more like that than the typical cupcake. I’ll be holding onto this recipe!
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I was looking for a cupcake recipe that’s not like the typical super sweet sugar bomb. I followed the recipe exactly and they came out great. The half cup of chocolate chips was just right, adding little chocolate surprises to some bites. To me, these are reminiscent of little carrot cakes or banana bread…more like that than the typical cupcake. I’ll be holding onto this recipe!
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These were absolutely delicious! I didn't make this recipe for icing, I used Real Strawberry Frosting (from AR). I didn't have buttermilk on hand, so I substituted milk & sour cream. Will definitely make again! Delicious!
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Super moist and delicious! The cream cheese frosting just takes this over the top...the whole family loved them. This is a definite keeper YUM! Thanks for sharing.:)
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Made these for my daughter's 8th birthday. They turned out really well. I always get a little OCD when quantities for bananas are given as just 'pieces' as the size of the fruit really does affect the end result sometimes. In my case I think the bananas were a little too big (I used Cavendish) so my cupcakes took a lot longer to cook and got a little brown at the bottom (temp was spot on). Otherwise the cupcakes themselves were perfect. The frosting was way too sweet for me and most of our adult guests but the kids loved it!
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I'm always looking for ways to use up over-ripe bananas that is NOT banana bread. I love banana bread but that is what I usually make when I have bananas that are past their prime... and let's face it that gets a little tiring after awhile. I'm so glad I stumbled upon this recipe. My kids love banana and chocolate chips together and these were so easy to make and they really are more of a "cupcake" than banana muffin! The cream cheese frosting makes it even more special. I did end up adding just a tad bit more flour to the batter as it seemed too loose. They turned out perfect and the batter was the perfect amount for exactly 12 cupcakes. Thanks for sharing your recipe!
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These cupcakes were awesome they were fluffy and the cream cheese frosting was really good. I will definitely make it again. I received many compliments on them.
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Great recipe though a bit too sweet for my taste. Others loved them as is and I prefer them without frosting. Would bake again; especially if I have overly ripe bananas on hand!
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Very nice little cupcakes and a thumbs up from the family for my daughter's birthday cupcakes. I did not use the cream cheese recipe; instead I used the Easy Cream Cheese Frosting from here. Nothing against this frosting; I just grabbed the other frosting recipe while shopping and had those quantities of cream cheese. These cupcakes are easy make pretty much exactly 12 cupcakes if you put equal batter amounts in each tin and baked up for me in 30 minutes. They are moist with that pop of chocolate. Might be even better with mini chocolate chips. Since my daughter and husband loved them enough to ask for these for her party I think they deserve 5 stars from us. Thanks for sharing.!
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This was a hit at my work! Everyone loved the fact that there are real bananas in each bite. I adjusted the recipe to be half chocolate chips and half Reeses Pieces peanut butter chips and it was so tasty! I love recipes that have real fruit and this one is a winner.
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Banana Chocolate Chip Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Servings Per Recipe: 12 Calories: 331.6
% Daily Value *
protein:
3.2g
6 %
carbohydrates:
55.3g
18 %
dietary fiber:
1.3g
5 %
sugars:
42g
fat:
12g
18 %
saturated fat:
7.3g
36 %
cholesterol:
41.4mg
14 %
vitamin a iu:
336.9IU
7 %
niacin equivalents:
1.6mg
12 %
vitamin b6:
0.1mg
6 %
vitamin c:
1.8mg
3 %
folate:
32.2mcg
8 %
calcium:
34.5mg
4 %
iron:
1.1mg
6 %
magnesium:
18.7mg
7 %
potassium:
146.3mg
4 %
sodium:
133.8mg
5 %
thiamin:
0.1mg
12 %
calories from fat:
107.8
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
I was looking for a cupcake recipe that’s not like the typical super sweet sugar bomb. I followed the recipe exactly and they came out great. The half cup of chocolate chips was just right, adding little chocolate surprises to some bites. To me, these are reminiscent of little carrot cakes or banana bread…more like that than the typical cupcake. I’ll be holding onto this recipe!
These were absolutely delicious! I didn't make this recipe for icing, I used Real Strawberry Frosting (from AR). I didn't have buttermilk on hand, so I substituted milk & sour cream. Will definitely make again! Delicious!
Super moist and delicious! The cream cheese frosting just takes this over the top...the whole family loved them. This is a definite keeper YUM! Thanks for sharing.:)
Made these for my daughter's 8th birthday. They turned out really well. I always get a little OCD when quantities for bananas are given as just 'pieces' as the size of the fruit really does affect the end result sometimes. In my case I think the bananas were a little too big (I used Cavendish) so my cupcakes took a lot longer to cook and got a little brown at the bottom (temp was spot on). Otherwise the cupcakes themselves were perfect. The frosting was way too sweet for me and most of our adult guests but the kids loved it!
I'm always looking for ways to use up over-ripe bananas that is NOT banana bread. I love banana bread but that is what I usually make when I have bananas that are past their prime... and let's face it that gets a little tiring after awhile. I'm so glad I stumbled upon this recipe. My kids love banana and chocolate chips together and these were so easy to make and they really are more of a "cupcake" than banana muffin! The cream cheese frosting makes it even more special. I did end up adding just a tad bit more flour to the batter as it seemed too loose. They turned out perfect and the batter was the perfect amount for exactly 12 cupcakes. Thanks for sharing your recipe!
These cupcakes were awesome they were fluffy and the cream cheese frosting was really good. I will definitely make it again. I received many compliments on them.
Great recipe though a bit too sweet for my taste. Others loved them as is and I prefer them without frosting. Would bake again; especially if I have overly ripe bananas on hand!
Very nice little cupcakes and a thumbs up from the family for my daughter's birthday cupcakes. I did not use the cream cheese recipe; instead I used the Easy Cream Cheese Frosting from here. Nothing against this frosting; I just grabbed the other frosting recipe while shopping and had those quantities of cream cheese. These cupcakes are easy make pretty much exactly 12 cupcakes if you put equal batter amounts in each tin and baked up for me in 30 minutes. They are moist with that pop of chocolate. Might be even better with mini chocolate chips. Since my daughter and husband loved them enough to ask for these for her party I think they deserve 5 stars from us. Thanks for sharing.!
This was a hit at my work! Everyone loved the fact that there are real bananas in each bite. I adjusted the recipe to be half chocolate chips and half Reeses Pieces peanut butter chips and it was so tasty! I love recipes that have real fruit and this one is a winner.
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