Chilli Chocolate Jumbo Muffins
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
These jumbo muffins are my favorite way to satisfy chocolate cravings with an exciting twist. The combination of rich cocoa and spicy chilli creates an addictive flavor that keeps people coming back for more. I love that dark chocolate provides antioxidants while the chilli adds metabolism boosting properties. What makes this recipe so great is how quick it comes together, taking just 15 minutes of prep before they're in the oven. Within 45 minutes total, you'll have impressive homemade muffins that taste far better than anything store bought, all with simple pantry staples.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 150 ggranulated sugar
- 75 gunsweetened cocoa powder
- 12 gbaking powder
- 8 gsalt
- 120 mlvegetable oil
- 2large eggs
- 120 mlplain almond milk
- 100 gdiced dark chocolate
- 20 gchilli powder
- 5 gcayenne pepper
- 2 mlvanilla extract
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
Tip: Use a high-quality muffin tin for better release.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Use a whisk for the best results.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, eggs, almond milk, and vanilla extract.
Tip: Whisk until well combined.
- 4
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 5
Melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval until smooth.
Tip: Stir in the melted chocolate until well combined.
- 6
Add the chilli powder and cayenne pepper to the batter and stir to combine.
Tip: Adjust the heat level to your liking.
- 7
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
Tip: Use a 1/4 cup measuring cup for best results.
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Tip: Check the muffins frequently during the last 5 minutes of baking.
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