Milk Chocolate Muffins
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
These milk chocolate muffins are my go to when I want something homemade but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. They come together in just 45 minutes from start to finish, making them perfect for busy weekday mornings or unexpected guests. The cocoa powder gives you a boost of antioxidants while creating that rich chocolate flavor everyone loves, and the milk chocolate chips add an extra touch of indulgence in every bite. What I love most is how simple the ingredients are, things you probably already have at home, so there's no need for a special trip to the store. These muffins strike that beautiful balance between feeling fancy and being genuinely easy to make.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 150granulated sugar
- 8baking powder
- 5salt
- 120 gunsalted butter, softened
- 3large eggs
- 150 mlmilk
- 50 gcocoa powder
- 200milk chocolate chips
- 1vanilla extract
- 1baking soda
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190¼l). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
Tip: Make sure to grease the liners for easy muffin release.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Aerate the dry ingredients to ensure even distribution.
- 3
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter until creamy.
Tip: Scrape down the sides of the bowl to incorporate all the ingredients.
- 4
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Tip: This ensures the eggs are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- 5
Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
Tip: Do not overmix, as this can lead to tough muffins.
- 6
Stir in cocoa powder, chocolate chips, and vanilla extract.
Tip: Don't overmix, as the chocolate chips will break.
- 7
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
Tip: Make sure to fill the cups about 3/4 of the way full.
- 8
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Tip: Avoid overbaking, as the muffins can dry out.
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