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Judy John

Beginner Chocolate Muffins Recipe

These beginner chocolate muffins bake with fluffy texture, rich cocoa flavor, and soft crumbs. They make easy homemade treats perfect for breakfast, snacks, or cozy family mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Muffin Batter
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour leveled
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk room temperature
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Muffin Pan
  • Muffin Liners
  • Cooling Rack
  • Freezer
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a muffin pan with liners.
  2. Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together until evenly combined.
  3. Beat melted butter and sugar until smooth and glossy.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined and silky.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk until the batter becomes smooth and fluffy.
  6. Fold chocolate chips gently into the batter for extra rich bites.
  7. Fill muffin liners two-thirds full for even rising and fluffy tops.
  8. Bake for 12 minutes until muffin tops look set and spring back lightly.
  9. Cool muffins briefly before transferring them carefully to a cooling rack.

Notes

For softer muffins, avoid overmixing and remove them promptly after baking. Bake slightly longer for firmer texture. Freeze cooled muffins tightly wrapped for quick breakfasts later. Chill batter briefly if adding heavy mix-ins. Add espresso powder, cinnamon, or peanut butter chips for flavor changes. Store muffins covered for up to four days.