Description
Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins are bite-sized, moist, and tender treats that come together quickly, making them perfect for busy mornings, snacks, or casual gatherings. These portable muffins are sweetened perfectly and loaded with melty mini chocolate chips, offering a comforting delight loved by all ages. Easily customizable for dietary preferences and dietary needs.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a mini muffin pan with paper liners or grease it lightly to ensure easy removal later.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt to evenly distribute all the leavening and flavor agents.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg lightly, then stir in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula just until combined; be careful not to overmix to keep the muffins tender.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter so every muffin gets chocolatey pockets.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tins, filling each cup about two-thirds full for the best rise.
- Bake: Bake for about 12 to 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the tops are lightly golden.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature for ultimate enjoyment.
Notes
- Don’t overmix: Stir batter just until dry ingredients are moistened to avoid tough muffins.
- Use room temperature ingredients: Ensures smoother mixing and better texture.
- Fill tins correctly: Filling each mini muffin cup two-thirds full helps with even rising and perfect shape.
- Test with a toothpick: Check doneness early to prevent overbaking and dryness.
- Cool before storing: Prevents condensation to keep muffins fresh longer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 mini muffins (about 60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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