Gluten-Free Banana Muffins

Ingredients

• 3-4 very ripe bananas
• 2 tbsp water
• 1⁄2 cup softened butter
• 1⁄2 cup brown sugar
• 3 tbsp honey
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1⁄2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1⁄2 tsp baking soda
• 1⁄4 tsp salt
• 1⁄2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1⁄2 cup mini chocolate chips, divided
• 1⁄2 cup slivered almond, divided
• 12 slices of bananas

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup...: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with parchment paper and grease the papers.

2. 2

   In a bowl, mash the banana and add...: In a bowl, mash the banana and add water. Mix well and set aside

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, add butter, sugar,...: In a large mixing bowl, add butter, sugar, and honey. Whisk until soft and a bit pale.

4. 4

   Add eggs and vanilla extract, mix well then...: Add eggs and vanilla extract, mix well then add the banana mixture.

5. 5

   In a different bowl, mix flour, baking powder,...: In a different bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Combine well.

6. 6

   Add the flour mixture to the egg mixture....: Add the flour mixture to the egg mixture. Mix just until incorporated.

7. 7

   Add 2⁄3 parts of the chocolate chips and...: Add 2⁄3 parts of the chocolate chips and slivered almond to the muffin batter and fold in.

8. 8

   Scoop the batter into the muffin pan. Add...: Scoop the batter into the muffin pan. Add the rest of the chocolate chips, almonds, and sliced banana to the top of the muffin batter.

9. 9

   Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick...: Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

10. 10

    Allow the muffins to cool on a cooling...: Allow the muffins to cool on a cooling rack and enjoy.