Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of these Double Chocolate Muffins. Perfect for any chocolate aficionado, these muffins feature a soft, moist crumb studded with melty chocolate chips, delivering a double dose of chocolate with every bite. Whether you make them large or small, they are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These muffins are incredibly easy to make and are perfect for a decadent breakfast, a luxurious snack, or as a dessert. The combination of sour cream and cocoa powder ensures that each muffin is exceptionally moist and rich in flavor. With the option to use all-purpose or cake flour, this recipe is versatile and forgiving, making it a reliable choice for both novice bakers and seasoned cooks.
Perfect Occasion
Double Chocolate Muffins are ideal for brunches, coffee breaks, children’s parties, or as a comforting treat to brighten up any day. They’re also great for packing into lunchboxes or as a thoughtful homemade gift to chocolate-loving friends and family.
Decoration Tips
For an extra touch of indulgence, sprinkle the tops of the muffins with coarse sugar or a few extra chocolate chips before baking. This adds not only to their aesthetic appeal but also gives them a delightful crunchy texture on top. Alternatively, a light dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of chocolate sauce can elevate their appearance, making them even more irresistible.
Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups cake flour (substitute all-purpose flour if needed)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 2/3 cup + 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- In another bowl, combine the sour cream, oil, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined, careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
- Fill the prepared muffin liners three-quarters full and, if desired, sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 25-27 minutes for large muffins or 20-22 minutes for regular-sized muffins, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these luscious Double Chocolate Muffins, a true treat that brings double the chocolate pleasure to any occasion!
