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Double chocolate chip muffins are made with cocoa powder and chocolate chips. These muffins are moist and have a tender texture. They are literary loaded with melty chocolate in every bite. Honestly, they are my favorite of all chocolate bakes. Whether enjoyed warm with a glass of milk or as a grab-and-go treat, double chocolate chips muffins are a satisfying way to satisfy any chocolate craving. Adding plain Greek Yogurt or sour cream adds moisture and soft texture to the muffins.

Why you will love double chocolate chips muffins

Double chocolate chip muffins are a dream come true for you, chocolate lover. They are called so because they are made by combining rich cocoa powder with chocolate chips. These soft and moist bites are perfect for any occasion. You can have them as breakfast treat, a midday snack, or a dessert. Here are some reasons why you’ll fall in love these decadent bites:

They have a very intense satisfying chocolate flavor. These muffins are made using cocoa powder and chocolate chips. This gives then a very rich chocolate taste
Their tender, fluffy interior that is moist and soft melts in your mouth, making every bite irresistible.
You can enjoy them as a breakfast treat, afternoon snack, or indulgent dessert. This makes these muffins very versatile.
They are simple and easy to make. They also require simple ingredients that are readily available.
You can customize then to your liking. Add nuts or use white chocolate chips for a unique twist.

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How to make double chocolate chips muffins

Making double chocolate chip muffins is very simple. The muffins are made with cocoa powder and chocolate chips, giving them an intense chocolate flavor with a soft, tender texture. By following these few easy steps, you can enjoy warm, homemade double chocolate chip muffins in no time! Let’s look at the ingredients required to make these muffins and the role they play.

Ingredients

Cocoa powder – This gives the muffins a deep and rich chocolate taste. For better results, use unsweetened cocoa.
Chocolate chips – They add extra bursts of chocolate-y taste in every bite. Use either semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips to balance sweetness.
All-purpose flour – forms the base structure of the muffins, providing texture and stability.
Plain yogurt – provides moisture thus making the muffins soft and tender. It also reacts with baking soda to help with rising.
Vegetable oil – Keeps the muffins moist and tender.
Baking powder and baking soda – These are the leavening agents that create airiness and help the muffins rise during baking.
Milk – adds moisture and helps in dissolving other ingredients and making the batter smooth.
Sugar – sweetens the muffins and helps to lock in the moisture to create a soft texture.
Eggs – these act as binding agents providing structure and helping with leavening of the muffins.
Salt – enhances flavor by balancing the sweetness and intensifying the chocolate taste.

Full recipe with measurements are given in the recipe card below.

Double chocolate chips muffins – Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray a 12 hole muffin pan with nonstick spray or line with paper liners.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt and set aside.
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, plain yogurt, vegetable oil and milk until well combined.
Pour the flour mixture into the egg mixture and gently mix together with a spatula until slightly combined.
Add chocolate chips into the mixture and gently mix using a spatula. Mix until just combined to avoid overmixing the batter.
Using an ice cream scooper of a big spoon, spoon the batter into greased or lined muffin cups, filling them all the way to almost the top.
Top each filled muffin cup with chocolate chips
Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes at 425°F then, keeping the muffins in the oven, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F. Bake for another 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and cool them for 5 minutes in the muffin pan, then transfer to a wire rack for further cooling.
Serve them warm with tea or coffee or as a snack.

Tips and tricks for perfect double chocolate chips muffins

For moist and tender double chocolate chips muffins, do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the muffins dense and tough. Stir the ingredients until just combined.
Ensure that the eggs, milk and the oil that you use are at room temperature for a smother batter and even baking
Add yogurt or sour cream to keep the muffins soft and moist and prevent dryness.
Bake the muffins at a higher temperature (425°F) for about 5 minutes then lower to 350°F for the rest of the baking time. This will create a tall, bakery-style muffin top.
Allow the muffins to cool for about 5 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to prevent sogginess.

Storing double chocolate chips muffins

Store extra muffins in an airtight container for 3 days. Put them in the fridge in an airtight container if you want to store them for a longer period; about a week. Freeze for longer storage.

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