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Golden chocolate chip muffins in paper liners, with chunks of chocolate visible in the crumb

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Chocolate Chip Muffins

These soft individual cakes are studded with chocolate chips that hold up in the oven. 🧁 They keep well for several days in an airtight container.

Total time
35 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Rest
2 h
Difficulty
Easy
Per person
€0.42

Ingredients 10

Estimated cost €5.00

Equipment

  • Whisk
  • Bowl
  • Muffin pan
  • Measuring spoons
  • Paper muffin liners

Instructions

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Preheat your oven to 400 °F and place paper liners in a muffin pan.

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In a medium bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
In another bowl, beat the egg with the milk, vegetable oil and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the liquid mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients and mix gently until everything is combined. Do not overmix, to avoid muffins that are too dense.
Gently fold the chocolate chips into the dough, along with nuts or dried fruit if you like.
Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with batter.
Bake the muffins for about , or until they are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the muffins cool slightly before removing them from the pan. You can enjoy them warm or at room temperature.

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate
  • Protein3 g
  • Carbs27 g
  • Fat11 g
  • Fiber1 g
Nutri-Score CÉco-Score C

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

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Chef's tip

For even more indulgent muffins, try adding a tablespoon of plain yogurt to the batter. It makes your muffins softer and gives them an even more pleasant texture! 🥣✨

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

Very well, up to 2-3 months after baking in freezer bags.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Keeps 3-4 days at most in an airtight container at room temperature.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

The raw batter keeps 24 hours in the fridge in a sealed container before baking.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Oven (5-7 min at 150°C) or microwave (15-30 seconds on medium power) to bring back the softness. Air fryer possible (3-4 min at 150°C).

Variations

  • Replace some of the chocolate chips with nuts or dried fruit, as the recipe suggests.
  • Add blueberries or raspberries to the batter for a fruity version.
  • Use almond or oat milk instead of cow's milk.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Overmixing the batter: the muffins turn dense. Mix gently, just until everything is combined.
  • Filling the cups to the brim: the batter overflows. Fill them about two-thirds full.
  • Taking the muffins out too early: the center stays raw. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.

Frequently asked questions

Why are my muffins dense?

Most often, the batter was overmixed. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ones and mix gently, just until no flour is visible. A few small lumps are fine.

Can you replace the oil with butter?

Yes, use melted butter that has cooled slightly, in an amount close to the oil. The muffins will have a bit more flavor, but vegetable oil gives a softer, more even crumb.

How do you keep the chocolate chips from sinking to the bottom?

Fold them gently into the batter last, with a spatula, without overmixing. Chips tossed in a small spoonful of flour taken from the dry ingredients stay better distributed in the batter.

How do you know when the muffins are done?

After 18 to 20 minutes at 200 °C, the muffins should be golden and risen. Insert a toothpick in the center: if it comes out clean, they are done. Let them cool slightly before removing them from the pan.

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