Chocolate Marble Muffins Recipe

Chocolate Marble Muffins Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup hot water
• 12 small pieces of chocolate bar (one for each muffin)
• Optional: chocolate chips for topping

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients:
   • In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Make Batter:
   • Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
5. Prepare Chocolate Mixture:
   • Mix cocoa powder with hot water until smooth.
   • Take about a cup of the muffin batter and combine it with the cocoa mixture to create the chocolate batter.
6. Assemble Muffins:
   • Spoon vanilla and chocolate batters into each muffin cup, alternating between them to create a marble effect.
   • Gently swirl with a toothpick or knife.
   • Press a piece of chocolate bar into the center of each muffin.
   • If desired, sprinkle some chocolate chips on top.
7. Bake:
   • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the muffin comes out clean.
   • Let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Serve:
   • Enjoy these muffins warm or at room temperature. The chocolate bar inside will melt into a gooey surprise, making these muffins a hit for chocolate lovers!

These muffins are perfect for breakfast, as a snack, or even as a sweet treat in packed lunches. Their marble appearance and hidden chocolate center make them extra special and enjoyable.