Rich and Moist Chocolate Muffins with Chocolate Chips

These rich and moist chocolate muffins are packed with deep chocolate flavor and melty chocolate chips in every bite. The combination of hot milk and melted butter creates a light, airy texture, while the cocoa powder and chocolate chips add indulgent richness. These muffins are perfect for satisfying any chocolate craving, whether enjoyed for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. Quick and easy to make, they are sure to become a family favorite.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

You’ll love these muffins for their simplicity and irresistible chocolate flavor. The method is straightforward, and the result is a tender, moist muffin with a soft crumb and gooey pockets of chocolate from the chocolate chips. The combination of cocoa powder and chocolate chips makes these muffins double the chocolatey goodness, while the hot milk and butter ensure a light, fluffy texture. These muffins are perfect for any time of day and can be whipped up in no time.

Perfect Occasion:

These chocolate muffins are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack. They’re also great for serving at gatherings, parties, or bake sales, where their rich chocolate flavor will win everyone over. Whether you’re looking for a quick treat to enjoy with your coffee or need a dessert for a special occasion, these chocolate muffins are a versatile and crowd-pleasing option.

Decoration Tips:

For an extra touch, you can sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top of each muffin before baking. This will give the muffins a beautiful, bakery-style look. You can also dust the tops with powdered sugar for a simple, elegant finish, or drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled muffins for added indulgence. If you want to make them even more special, serve them warm with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Ingredients:

• 80g melted butter
• 180g hot milk
• 80g sugar
• 2 eggs
• 160g low protein flour (cake flour)
• 30g cocoa powder
• 10g baking powder
• 100g chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Mix the Wet Ingredients:
   In a bowl, combine the hot milk and melted butter. Stir until fully mixed.
2. Add Sugar:
   Stir in the sugar and mix until it dissolves into the milk and butter mixture.
3. Add Eggs:
   Once the mixture has cooled slightly, add the eggs and mix well until the batter is smooth.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   In a separate bowl, combine the low protein flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Sift this mixture into the wet ingredients.
5. Fold in the Flour:
   Gently fold the flour mixture into the wet batter until well combined and no lumps remain.
6. Add Chocolate Chips:
   Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7. Fill Muffin Cups:
   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a muffin tin with paper cups and fill each cup about 80% full with the batter.
8. Bake:
   Bake the muffins at 180°C for 20-25 minutes, depending on the size of the muffin cups. The muffins are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Cool and Serve:
   Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Enjoy these rich, chocolatey muffins, perfect for any chocolate lover!