Description
Indulge in the rich, chocolaty goodness of Flag Day Dark Chocolate Muffins. With their soft, fluffy texture and intense chocolate flavor, these muffins are perfect for celebrating special occasions or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Easy to make and delightful to share, each bite is a warm hug that elevates any day into a celebration.
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted) or oil
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the eggs, milk, melted butter or oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
- Spoon the batter into muffin cups until three-quarters full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (90g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg