Name: Chocolate Chip Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: . Dry Ingredients; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup light brown sugar; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 teaspoon fine salt; 1 tablespoon baking powder; . Wet Ingredients; 3/4 cup buttermilk ((at room temperature)); 1 stick unsalted butter ((melted and cooled)); 1 large egg ((at room temperature)); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ((if desired)); 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Welcome to your new favorite treat: Chocolate Chip Muffins! These delightful morsels are perfect for breakfast or as a sweet snack. Let’s dive into the easy steps to make these fluffy, chocolatey delights!

Tips for Perfect Muffins

Be sure not to overmix the batter; this part’s so satisfying when you see those chocolate chips gently folded in!

Why You'll Love Them

These muffins are not just delicious; they're also super easy to whip up, making them a fantastic choice for any occasion. You’ve got to try this one!

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:
Step 1

- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a standard muffin tin with paper liners.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
Step 2

- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugars, salt, and baking powder. Set aside.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
Step 3

- Combine wet ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, butter, egg, and vanilla. Pour into the dry ingredients and stir with a rubber spatula until just combined. Gently stir in the chocolate chips. Do not overmix.
Fill Muffin Tin:
Step 4

- Divide batter: Using a large cookie scoop or a spoon, divide the muffin batter evenly among the muffin tin cups.
Bake Muffins:
Step 5

- Bake: Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 20 to 22 minutes. Let cool until barely warm.
Serve or Store:
Step 6

- Serve or store muffins: Serve or store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days. Reheat in the microwave for about 15 seconds if desired. Muffins can also be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 210, Fat: 8g, Carbs: 33g, Protein: 3g

Cooking techniques

Mixing and folding the batter gently is key to fluffy muffins!

Variations or substitutions

Feel free to swap out chocolate chips for nuts or dried fruit for a different twist!

Storage tips

Store your muffins in an airtight container and enjoy them fresh for several days!

Notes

For a dairy-free option, substitute buttermilk with a non-dairy milk and add a tablespoon of lemon juice.