Fingerlic's Double Chocolate Muffins
Are you ready to indulge in a rich, velvety, and intensely chocolatey treat? Look no further! Our Double Chocolate Muffins recipe is a chocolate lover’s dream come true. With a moist and tender crumb, a deep, dark chocolate flavor, and a crunchy chocolate topping, these muffins are the perfect way to satisfy your chocolate cravings.
The Ultimate Chocolate Experience
We’re talkin’ double the chocolate, double the fun! Our recipe combines the best of both worlds: dark cocoa powder and semi-sweet chocolate chips. The result is a deep, rich, and complex chocolate flavor that’ll leave you weak in the knees.
A Simple Recipe for a Show-Stopping Treat
Don’t worry, we won’t make you slave away in the kitchen for hours. Our recipe is quick, easy, and requires minimal effort. Simply mix together your dry ingredients, add in your wet ingredients, and stir until just combined. Top with a crunchy chocolate streusel and bake until golden brown.
Tips and Variations
Want to take your Double Chocolate Muffins to the next level? Try these tips and variations:
- Use high-quality dark cocoa powder for the best flavor.
- Add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top of the muffins for a salty-sweet contrast.
- Substitute chopped nuts or espresso powder for added depth and complexity.
- Make a batch of mini muffins for a quick dessert or snack.
The Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons dark cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate streusel topping (see below)
Chocolate Streusel Topping:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, chocolate chips, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
- Top each muffin with a spoonful of chocolate streusel topping.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Get Your Chocolate Fix!
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