Fluffy muffins with chocolate chunks

Fluffy chocolate chip muffins

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 20-25 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins

If you are looking for a simple and quick recipe for a delicious dessert, fluffy chocolate chip muffins are the perfect choice. These aromatic delights not only come together in just a few minutes, but they will also delight your taste buds with their incredibly fluffy texture. Whether you serve them for breakfast, as a snack between meals, or as a dessert, your muffins will surely become everyone’s favorite.

Ingredients:
- 250 g all-purpose flour
- 150 g sugar
- 2 eggs
- 100 ml milk
- 100 ml sunflower oil (or melted butter for a richer taste)
- 1 packet of baking powder (approximately 10 g)
- A pinch of salt
- 150 g dark or milk chocolate, chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). It is essential to have a well-heated oven to achieve fluffy muffins. Additionally, prepare a muffin tray by greasing it lightly or using paper muffin liners.

2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until the mixture is frothy and light in color. This step will help aerate the batter and achieve a light texture.

3. Add the milk, oil, and vanilla extract, continuing to mix well. Make sure the oil is at room temperature to incorporate evenly.

4. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. The latter helps balance the sweetness of the sugar and enhances the flavors.

5. Gently fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients using a spatula or wooden spoon. Avoid overmixing, as your muffins may become dense. Add the chocolate pieces and mix gently.

6. Fill the muffin cups about 2/3 full to allow the batter to rise beautifully during baking.

7. Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden and pass the toothpick test; insert a toothpick into the center of one, and if it comes out clean, they are ready.

8. Once the muffins are baked, let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Practical tips:
- For an even richer taste, you can add chopped nuts or hazelnuts to the batter.
- If you prefer a healthier version, replace part of the flour with whole wheat flour.
- Muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can reheat them in the oven to regain their fluffy texture.

Serving suggestion: Serve the muffins warm, alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream or drizzled with chocolate sauce for a decadent dessert.

This recipe for fluffy chocolate chip muffins is simple, quick, and perfect for any occasion. Whether you make them for a party, a picnic, or simply to indulge yourself, they are sure to bring smiles to the faces of your loved ones. Enjoy every bite!

All the ingredients (except for the chocolate) are placed in a mixer and blended well. Then, the chocolate pieces are added and gently mixed in with a spoon. I prepared 6 muffin molds, greased them with butter, and sprinkled with flour. I spooned the mixture into each mold, then leveled it with a teaspoon and added more chocolate pieces on top. I placed them in the oven (preheated) at 180 degrees; the recipe says the muffins take 15 minutes, but mine were still raw after 15 minutes. In any case, it depends on the oven, so check with a toothpick. They are very fluffy and do not harden after a few days. The fluffy muffins with chocolate pieces are served after they have cooled, together with a cup of coffee or milk.

 Ingredients: For 6 muffins we need: 2 eggs, 110 g of soft butter, 110 g of sugar, 140 g of flour, 70 g of chocolate chips, 1 packet of vanilla sugar, 2 teaspoons of baking powder (vanilla essence - optional)

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