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Ultimate Chocolate Muffins Recipe

Ultimate Chocolate Muffins Recipe
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Delight in these Ultimate Chocolate Muffins, moist and rich with deep cocoa flavor and loaded with melty chocolate chips in every bite. Perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert, these muffins combine the perfect balance of sweetness and texture with a subtle tang from sour cream. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they are sure to satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream (can substitute plain Greek yogurt)

Dry Ingredients

  • ½ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • 1¼ cups all-purpose flour

Add-ins

  • 1 cup chocolate chips (any type)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for your batter.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the vanilla extract, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure full incorporation and a smooth texture.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the salt, baking soda, baking powder, cocoa powder, and all-purpose flour to evenly distribute the leavening agents and cocoa flavor.
  5. Mix Flour and Butter Mixture: Add half of the dry flour mixture to the wet butter mixture. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overworking the batter.
  6. Add Sour Cream: Stir in the sour cream to add moisture and a slight tang, which complements the richness of the chocolate.
  7. Add Remaining Flour: Add the remaining flour mixture and stir until no dry streaks remain but be careful not to overmix, to keep the muffins tender.
  8. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in ¾ of the chocolate chips, saving the rest for topping, to evenly distribute melty pockets of chocolate melted through the batter.
  9. Fill Muffin Cups and Top: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips on top for a pretty and flavorful finish.
  10. Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs, indicating perfect doneness.
  11. Cool: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps preserve their texture and flavor.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips.
  • Substituting Greek yogurt for sour cream can lighten the muffins while maintaining moisture.
  • Do not overmix batter once the flour is added to keep muffins tender.
  • Check doneness a few minutes before baking time ends to avoid drying out the muffins.
  • Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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