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Sour Cream Double Chocolate Muffins

Sour Cream Double Chocolate Muffins for Pure Indulgence

Sour Cream Double Chocolate Muffins are a rich chocolate lover's dream, perfect for quick indulgence and customizable to fit various diets.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter for added richness
  • 1 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • 2 large eggs or flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup milk can use whole or plant-based alternatives
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional but recommended
  • 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt as substitute
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour + xanthan gum
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder Dutch-process for richer flavor
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder for leavening
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda reacts with sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to balance sweetness
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips can mix in milk chocolate

Equipment

  • muffin pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare muffin pans with paper liners or grease lightly.
  2. Whisk together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, combine vegetable oil, granulated sugar, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and sour cream. Blend until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently and then fold in dark chocolate chips.
  5. Spoon batter into muffin liners, filling them generously. Sprinkle any remaining chocolate chips on top.
  6. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 5 minutes, then reduce temperature to 350°F (180°C) and bake for another 15-17 minutes.
  7. Cool muffins in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with nuts, berries, or spices! Store in airtight container for best freshness.

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