Embrace the ultimate comfort food with these Gourmet Chocolate Chip Crumble Muffins, featuring a soft, tender base, a surprise center of rich spread, and a delightfully crunchy crumble topping. This recipe guides you through the creation of a batch of muffins that are perfect for indulging your sweet tooth or sharing with loved ones.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe: These muffins are a bakery-quality treat you can make at home, offering a delightful texture contrast between the moist muffin, the creamy center, and the crunchy crumble on top. Each muffin is packed with chocolate chips and a hidden core of delicious spread, making every bite rich and satisfying. They are simple to make yet feel decadently special, perfect for those moments when you crave something sweet and comforting.
Perfect Occasion: These muffins are versatile enough for nearly any occasion—from morning coffee breaks to afternoon snacks, from brunch gatherings to dessert after dinner. They’re also ideal for school lunches, picnics, or as a thoughtful homemade gift. Their appealing look and taste make them suitable for festive occasions and casual moments alike.
Decoration Tips:
- Dust with Icing Sugar: A light dusting of icing sugar before serving can add a visually appealing finish.
- Serve with Sauce: Accompany these muffins with a small bowl of chocolate sauce or caramel for dipping to enhance their rich flavors.
- Add Fresh Berries: Place a few fresh raspberries or blueberries on the side for a pop of color and a burst of fresh, tangy flavor.
Ingredients:
- Eggs: 2
- Flour: 415g (295g for the muffin mix, 120g for the crumble)
- Baking powder: 1 packet
- Sugar: 130g (110g for the muffin mix, 20g for the crumble)
- Cold milk: 190ml
- Vegetable oil: 60ml
- Melted butter: 55g for the muffin mix, plus 50g softened for the crumble
- Vanilla extract: 1 tbsp
- Chocolate chips: 100g, plus extra for topping
- Chocolate spread: 1 small jar
- Prepare the Chocolate Spread:
- Spoon small dollops of chocolate spread onto a parchment-lined tray and freeze for one hour.
- Make the Muffin Batter:
- Whisk eggs with sugar and vanilla.
- Gradually mix in melted butter, oil, and milk.
- Fold in flour, baking powder, and chocolate chips.
- Assemble the Muffins:
- Fill muffin cups partially with batter, place a dollop of frozen chocolate spread in the center, then top with more batter.
- Prepare the Crumble Topping:
- Combine flour, sugar, and softened butter, using a fork to create a crumbly mixture.
- Sprinkle this crumble mixture and some additional chocolate chips over the muffins.
- Bake:
- Bake at 180°C (356°F) with fan for 15-20 minutes, adjusting time for smaller muffin molds.
Enjoy: Serve these gourmet chocolate chip crumble muffins warm for a melt-in-your-mouth experience that combines crunchy, creamy, and fluffy textures in each bite. Enjoy!
