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Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins

Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins
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These Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins are quick, moist, and packed with rich chocolate chips, perfect for a snack or breakfast. Bite-sized and tender, they deliver irresistible flavor and convenience in every bite, making them a family favorite.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based for dairy-free)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for vegan option)
  • 1 large egg (or flaxseed egg for vegan option)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease or line a mini muffin tin with paper liners to ensure easy release and even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt to evenly distribute and activate the leavening agents.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, melt unsalted butter and let it cool slightly. Whisk in the milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  4. Blend Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently just until combined, avoiding overmixing to maintain a tender crumb; a few lumps are fine.
  5. Add Mini Chocolate Chips: Fold in mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter to ensure chocolatey pockets in every muffin.
  6. Fill the Muffin Tin: Spoon batter into each mini muffin cup, filling about 3/4 full to allow room for rising without overflow.
  7. Bake and Cool: Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use room temperature milk, eggs, and butter for better mixing and texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter; stir just until flour disappears to keep muffins light and fluffy.
  • Measure flour using the spoon-and-level method to avoid dense muffins.
  • Mini chocolate chips distribute more evenly and melt better in these small muffins.
  • Check oven temperature with an oven thermometer if possible for consistent results.

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