Description
These Bakery-Style Chocolate Chip Muffins are soft, moist, and loaded with semi-sweet chocolate chips for the perfect balance of sweetness and texture. With a tender crumb and a slightly crunchy topping of chocolate chips and coarse sugar, these muffins make an ideal breakfast treat or a delightful snack any time of day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Additional Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (for sprinkling on top)
- 2 tablespoons coarse sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin by lining it with paper liners or lightly greasing each cup to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar until well combined. Set this bowl aside.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk melted unsalted butter with eggs, vanilla extract, whole milk, and sour cream until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender. Then, fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips carefully.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full for ideal rise and shape.
- Add Topping (Optional): Sprinkle additional chocolate chips and coarse sugar over the top of each muffin to add a bit of crunch and extra chocolate flavor.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure your muffins stay light and fluffy.
- Using sour cream adds moisture and a slight tang that enhances flavor and texture.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and butter with plant-based alternatives.
- Coarse sugar adds a delightful crunch on top but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Feel free to swap semi-sweet chocolate chips for dark or milk chocolate depending on your preference.
