Description
Indulge in the delight of Double Chocolate Espresso Muffins, a perfect blend of rich cocoa and robust espresso that will awaken your senses. These muffins are moist, chocolatey, and incredibly easy to whip up, making them an ideal breakfast treat or a sweet snack any time of day. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, you can enjoy these gourmet muffins fresh from the oven. Whether paired with fresh fruit or a dollop of whipped cream, they promise to satisfy every chocolate lover’s cravings. Bake a batch today and experience the delicious aroma that will fill your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 3 tbsp brewed espresso (cooled)
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup low-fat buttermilk (room temperature)
- 8 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 3/4 cup semisweet or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line muffin tins with paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix cooled espresso, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, eggs, and buttermilk until well combined.
- Stream in melted butter while whisking until smooth.
- Gently combine wet and dry ingredients using a wooden spoon until just mixed; some flour streaks are okay.
- Fold in most of the chocolate chips, reserving a few for topping.
- Fill each muffin cup to the top with batter.
- Bake at 425°F for 5 minutes; then lower to 350°F (175°C) and bake for another 10-12 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top immediately after removing from the oven.
- Let cool for about 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg