Dive into the ultimate comfort dessert with these indulgent Chocolate Mascarpone Muffins, which cleverly combine the smoothness of mascarpone and the rich depth of chocolate, enhanced by a core of creamy hazelnut spread. Each muffin is crowned with a buttery, sweet crumble that provides the perfect textural contrast to the moist, dense base. This recipe not only satisfies your chocolate cravings but does so with a surprising twist that elevates it from ordinary to extraordinary.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These Chocolate Mascarpone Muffins stand out for several reasons:
- Complex Flavors: The rich chocolate paired with the creamy, subtle tang of mascarpone and the sweet hazelnut spread offers a multi-layered taste experience.
- Unexpected Surprise: The heart of each muffin holds a frozen dollop of hazelnut spread, a delightful secret that melts during baking to infuse the muffin with gooey, nutty sweetness.
- Textural Delight: The crumbly topping adds a crunchy dimension to the soft, tender muffins, making every bite satisfyingly diverse.
Ideal Occasions to Serve
These muffins are perfect for various occasions:
- Elegant Breakfasts: Start your day with a luxurious treat that pairs wonderfully with your morning coffee.
- Dessert Buffets: Add an elegant touch to any party or gathering with these sophisticated muffins.
- Holiday Treats: Serve these during the holidays to bring festive cheer with a gourmet twist.
Decorating Tips
To make these muffins truly stand out:
- Gold Dusting: For a touch of elegance, lightly dust with edible gold powder after baking.
- Hazelnut Halves: Top each muffin with a hazelnut half before baking to hint at the flavors inside.
- Serve with Style: Present these muffins on a vintage cake stand for a charming display.
Ingredients for the Muffins:
- 2 eggs
- 130g light brown sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 100ml oil
- 120ml milk
- 130g mascarpone cheese
- 240g all-purpose flour
- 1 packet baking powder
- 50g unsweetened cocoa powder
- Hazelnut spread for the center
Ingredients for the Crumble Topping:
- 150g all-purpose flour
- 80g light brown sugar
- 80g butter, softened
- Preparation of Filling: Spoon hazelnut spread onto a baking sheet in small dollops and freeze.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Whisk eggs, vanilla, and sugar until creamy. Mix in oil, milk, and mascarpone.
- Sift Dry Ingredients: Combine flour, cocoa, and baking powder in a separate bowl.
- Combine Mixtures: Fold dry ingredients into the wet mix until just blended.
- Fill Muffin Tins: Spoon batter into lined muffin tins. Insert a frozen hazelnut spread dollop into each.
- Make Crumble: Blend flour, sugar, and butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle over muffins.
- Baking: Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 35 minutes.
Enjoy these wonderfully rich Chocolate Mascarpone Muffins, where every bite is a blend of creamy, crunchy, and chocolaty delights!
