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Double Chocolate Muffins

Irresistible Double Chocolate Muffins That Are Perfectly Moist

Enjoy these Double Chocolate Muffins, perfectly moist and indulgent with rich cocoa and chocolate chips.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour spoon and level for accuracy
  • ½ cup Dutch process cocoa powder regular cocoa powder can be used
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda essential for fluffiness
  • ½ teaspoon salt elevates flavor
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted; can use coconut oil
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar brown sugar can enhance moisture
  • 2 large eggs essential for binding
  • ½ cup whole milk use at room temperature
  • ½ cup sour cream or yogurt as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla recommended
  • 1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips can experiment with dark or milk

Equipment

  • Muffin pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Paper liners

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Double Chocolate Muffins
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a standard muffin pan with paper liners, spacing them every other cup.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a larger bowl, mix melted butter and sugar, then add eggs, milk, sour cream, and vanilla. Stir until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.
  6. Cover the batter with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  7. Divide the batter among the lined muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  8. Bake for 20 to 23 minutes, checking with a toothpick for doneness.
  9. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 275IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, measure flour accurately and ensure all wet ingredients are at room temperature.

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