Super Moist and Soft Double Chocolate Muffins (Quick & Easy!)
Decadent and chocolaty with studs of dark chocolate, these Double Chocolate Muffins will be a favorite of any chocolate lover. They include both cocoa powder and chopped dark chocolate for a strong chocolate flavor.
To make the chocolate muffins, you begin by mixing the flour, brown sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder in a bowl. Then, the wet ingredients get added in so that the mixture becomes a smooth batter before the chocolate gets stirred in. Finally, the batter is divided between muffin cups, garnished with brown sugar and more chocolate, and baked to perfection. The chocolate scent of these muffins and their fluffy texture will leave you wanting more.
What are Double Chocolate Muffins?
Like other types of muffins, these chocolate muffins involve a cake batter that is infused with cocoa powder for color and chocolate flavor. These muffins are baked in a traditional muffin tin that has been lined with muffin liners, making them a perfect grab-and-go snack or dessert.They get garnished with brown sugar and dark chocolate, which provides more chocolate flavor and a little shine and crunch.
Pro Tips
- Sifting the cocoa powder is beneficial for removing lumps to create a smoother batter.
- Piping the batter into the muffin cups is an efficient way of portioning the batter. However, if you would prefer not to pipe it, you could use a cookie scoop or measuring cup, which will help you portion the muffins evenly.
- For some variation, feel free to replace the dark chocolate with semi-sweet chocolate, milk chocolate, or white chocolate instead.
- You can chop the chocolate however large or small you like. Larger chunks of chocolate will give you bigger bites of chocolate whereas smaller chunks will give you more consistent chocolaty flavor as you eat the muffin.
- For added crunch, consider folding some chopped walnuts or pecans into the muffin batter.
- If you would like to add more texture to the muffins, you could sprinkle them with raw sugar rather than brown sugar before baking them. While brown sugar will melt into the batter during the baking process, raw sugar will keep its form and add some crunch.
Chocolate Muffins Vs. Cupcakes
Cupcakes are sweeter, lighter, and often frosted, resembling mini cakes. Muffins are denser, less sweet, and can include mix-ins like nuts or fruit, often eaten without frosting. The batter for muffins is typically less smooth, making them heartier than cupcakes.
What to Serve with Chocolate Muffins?
As with other decadent chocolate desserts, these chocolate muffins are delicious with a cold glass of milk, strong coffee, or a cup of tea. These muffins don’t need anything added to them, but for those who enjoy eating gooey, melty chocolate, you can warm them up in the microwave, slice them in half, and serve them with some butter.
Can I Make These Chocolate Muffins Dairy-Free?
Yes, if you would like to make these chocolate muffins dairy-free, simply replace the milk with your favorite plant-based milk such as almond milk or soy milk, and the butter with plant-based butter. This may change the flavor of the muffins slightly but they will still be very delicious.
How Can I Make Salted Chocolate Muffins?
To make salted chocolate muffins, garnish the muffin cups with some coarse or flaked salt along with the sugar and chocolate before you bake them.
How Can I Accentuate the Chocolate Flavor Even More?
If you would like to enhance the chocolate taste of these chocolate muffins even more, coffee is the answer. Simply replace part of the milk with strongly brewed coffee to add to the batter.
How Do I Keep My Chocolate Muffins Moist?
To keep chocolate muffins moist, avoid overbaking them; check for doneness around 15 minutes using a toothpick. Incorporate the melted butter and milk properly for a rich batter, and don’t skip the chopped chocolate, which adds moisture as it melts. Store cooled muffins in an airtight container at room temperature or wrap them individually in plastic wrap to prevent them from drying out.
Can I Use This Recipe to Make Mini Chocolate Muffins?
Yes, you can use this recipe to make mini muffins. Simply divide the batter into mini muffin molds, filling each about 3/4 full. Reduce the baking time to 10–12 minutes at 190°C, checking for doneness with a toothpick. The smaller size means they bake faster than regular muffins.
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How to Store Chocolate Muffins
These chocolate muffins can be stored in an airtight container or cake caddy at room temperature. They should keep for up to 4 days at room temperature, but if you would like to keep them for longer, you could also freeze them in a freezer bag for 3 or so months.
Ingredients
How to Make Chocolate Muffins
Step 1: In a large bowl, mix the flour with the sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder until combined.
Step 1: In a large bowl, mix the flour with the sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder until combined.
Step 2: Whisk in the eggs and milk until combined.
Step 2: Whisk in the eggs and milk until combined.
Step 3: Whisk in the butter followed by the chocolate.
Step 3: Whisk in the butter followed by the chocolate.
Step 4: Transfer the batter to a piping bag and pipe it in lined muffin cups.
Step 4: Transfer the batter to a piping bag and pipe it in lined muffin cups.
Step 5: Garnish the muffin cups with the brown sugar and chocolate. Bake them in a 190°C (375°F) oven for 15 to 20 minutes.
Step 5: Garnish the muffin cups with the brown sugar and chocolate. Bake them in a 190°C (375°F) oven for 15 to 20 minutes.
Step 6: Allow the muffins to cool before serving.
Step 6: Allow the muffins to cool before serving.
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