Description
Delightfully rich and moist Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Muffins combine the deep flavor of cocoa with creamy peanut butter swirls. Perfect as a decadent breakfast treat or a satisfying dessert, these muffins feature a balanced sweetness with optional mini chocolate chips for an extra chocolate boost.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (plus more for swirling)
Optional
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt ensuring all dry ingredients are well combined and aerated.
- Combine Sugars and Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, which helps to create a tender muffin crumb.
- Add Buttermilk and Peanut Butter: Stir in the buttermilk and 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter into the wet mixture until fully incorporated for that signature flavor and moisture.
- Incorporate Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the muffins tender.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: If using, fold in the mini chocolate chips gently into the batter to distribute evenly.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Add Peanut Butter Swirl: Warm a few tablespoons of additional peanut butter slightly in the microwave until softened, then place a small spoonful on top of each muffin and swirl it with a toothpick or knife to create a beautiful swirl effect.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Cool: Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents sogginess and helps maintain structure.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter for a less sweet option, but ensure it’s well-stirred for even consistency.
- For extra indulgence, sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top before baking.
- Muffins freeze well and can be reheated for a quick, delicious treat anytime.
