These Double Chocolate Ganache Muffins are the ultimate indulgence for anyone with a sweet tooth. Each muffin is infused with a rich chocolate flavor, featuring a moist, cocoa-infused base studded with dark and milk chocolate chips. The real delight comes from the smooth chocolate ganache filling, which is injected into the heart of each muffin, creating a lusciously creamy center that oozes with every bite.
Why You’ll Love These Muffins
Chocolate lovers will rejoice at this double dose of decadence. The combination of the tender muffin and the silky ganache offers a satisfying texture contrast. The use of both dark and milk chocolate chips caters to all chocolate preferences, while the ganache adds a sophisticated twist to the classic muffin. Perfect for a luxurious breakfast treat or a sumptuous dessert, these muffins are sure to impress with their depth of flavor and elegant presentation.
Perfect Occasion for These Muffins
These muffins are perfect for special occasions such as birthdays, holiday brunches, or as a treat to brighten up any regular day. They make a great gift for friends and family or a delightful surprise for colleagues at the office. Serve them at a children’s party for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, or keep them all to yourself for those moments when only chocolate will do.
Decoration Tips
For an extra touch of elegance, you can drizzle melted chocolate over the top of each muffin after they’ve cooled. A sprinkle of sea salt or some powdered sugar can also add visual interest and enhance the flavors. To serve, place each muffin in a decorative cupcake liner and display them on a chic cake stand.
Ingredients:
- For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 70g whole milk
- 150g dark baking chocolate
- For the Muffins:
- 3 eggs
- 130g light brown sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 120ml vegetable oil
- 120ml whole milk
- 240g all-purpose flour
- 1 packet baking powder
- 50g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 100g dark chocolate chips
- 90g milk chocolate chips
- A pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Prepare the Ganache:
- Melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler.
- Warm the milk until hot but not boiling, then pour it over the melted chocolate in three batches, stirring continuously until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Make the Muffin Batter:
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, and sugar until well combined.
- Pour in the oil and milk, mixing thoroughly.
- Sift in the flour, baking powder, and cocoa powder. Mix until just combined, then fold in the dark and milk chocolate chips along with a pinch of salt.
- Spoon the batter into muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Sprinkle some additional chocolate chips on top.
- Bake the Muffins:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Bake the muffins for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Add the Ganache:
- Once the muffins are baked and slightly cooled, use a straw to hollow out the center of each muffin. Carefully pour or pipe the ganache into the hollowed centers.
Enjoy these divine Double Chocolate Ganache Muffins as a luxurious treat that combines the comforting texture of muffins with the rich allure of chocolate ganache!
