Chocolate Muffins

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Rich, moist chocolate muffins with crunchy pecans and vanilla chips
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Chocolate Muffins

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 436.8

Description

These decadent chocolate muffins are the ultimate comfort treat, featuring a tender crumb studded with crunchy pecans and sweet vanilla chips. The batter combines melted semi-sweet chocolate with rich butter and eggs for a deeply satisfying flavor profile that rivals any bakery. Perfect for a cozy weekend breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a special dessert, they come together quickly with simple pantry staples. The contrast between the soft, chocolatey base and the nutty crunch makes every bite exciting. Whether served warm with a cup of coffee or packed in a lunchbox, these muffins are a crowd-pleaser that brings homemade warmth to any occasion.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204&# 194;°C).
  2. Grease a standard muffin pan or line it with paper liners.
  3. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, 1 tablespoon of salt, and 1/2 cup of baking powder.
  4. Add 1/2 cup of brown sugar and 1/2 cup of chopped pecans to the dry ingredients and stir to combine.
  5. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, 2/3 cup of milk, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1/3 cup of melted butter, and 3.5 oz of melted semi-sweet baking chocolate.
  6. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients.
  7. Gently stir just until combined; do not overmix to ensure tender muffins.
  8. Lightly fold in 1/2 cup of vanilla chips.
  9. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 436.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.2g2%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2.4mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 91.2g31%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 12.0g24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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