Chocolate Chip Muffins
There’s something undeniably comforting about a warm, freshly baked chocolate chip muffin. With their soft, moist texture and bursts of gooey chocolate in every bite, these muffins are a timeless favorite that please kids and adults alike.
Chocolate chip muffins strike the perfect balance between a cake and a snack. They’re sweet but not overly sugary, soft but not crumbly, and portable enough to take on the go. What truly sets them apart is the chocolate – whether you use semi-sweet, milk, or dark chocolate chips, the little pockets of melted goodness bring delight to every bite.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- All-purpose flour – for structure
- Baking powder – helps the muffins rise
- Salt – enhances flavor
- Sugar – for sweetness
- Eggs – for richness and binding
- Milk or buttermilk – keeps them moist
- Vegetable oil or melted butter – adds tenderness
- Vanilla extract – for flavor
- Chocolate chips – the star ingredient
Easy Chocolate Chip Muffin Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup milk (or buttermilk)
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool for a few minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
Tips for Perfect Muffins
- Don’t overmix: This keeps the muffins tender and prevents them from becoming dense.
- Use room-temperature ingredients: This helps everything mix together more smoothly.
- Reserve some chocolate chips: Sprinkle a few on top of each muffin before baking for that bakery-style look.
- Add a sprinkle of sugar on top: For a slight crunch and sparkle.
Variations to Try
- Double chocolate: Add ¼ cup cocoa powder to the batter and use chocolate chunks.
- Banana : Replace some of the milk with mashed bananas.
- Nutty twist: Fold in chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture.
Chocolate chip muffins are a classic for a reason – they’re easy to make, delicious, and endlessly customizable. Whether you’re baking for a party, a lunchbox treat, or just because, these muffins are sure to bring smiles all around. So grab your muffin tin and get baking!
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