Chocolate Chip Muffins

Who doesn't have time for chocolate, right? These chocolate chip muffins make an easy breakfast, snack, or treat any time of day!

Mornings come awfully quick, don't they? That's why I like to have some breakfast treats made ahead of time. These chocolate chip muffins fit the bill nicely. They are easy to make, store well in the freezer, or on the counter and make a great grab and go food.

When we are running errands, I can pack one or two in my to go bag, and not have to worry about the "hangries" getting the better of either the Frenchman or the boy. This also saves us from stopping at a drive thru, as we are better able to wait until we get home to eat. 

What is in the muffins?

I used all purpose, white flour. However, you can easily substitute out wheat pastry flour for these. If you want to go gluten free, you may be able to replace the flour 1:1 with almond flour. 

Plain yogurt is also used, as a bit of leavening. I have found that Greek yogurt works the best for these, but regular plain yogurt is just fine. If you want,  you can use sour cream instead.

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What are some alternatives for chocolate chips in recipes?

If you don't want chocolate chips, you can try substituting them. Here are some ideas:

• cacao nibs
• butterscotch chips
• grated chocolate bar
• chopped nuts

So, how do you make these chocolate chip muffins?

You will start by preheating the oven, and getting your muffin tin ready. You can either spray it, or use liners. 

Combine the dry ingredients in one bowl, and the wet ingredients in another bowl, and then incorporate the wet into the dry. Why do it separately? This allows you to make sure there are no lumps in your flour. 

Stir in your chocolate chips, then spoon into the muffin tins. Bake 15-20 minutes, checking for a clean toothpick after 15 minutes, then every 2 minutes after until done. Remove, cool and enjoy!

 

Ingredients

• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 3 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• Pinch of salt
• ¾ cup butter melted
• 2 eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup plain yogurt (or you can sub sour cream)
• 1 cup semi-sweet mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and prepare a muffin tin with nonstick spray or cupcake liners.
2. Combine all dry ingredients in to a large mixing bowl and whisk through to remove any lumps.
3. Add melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and yogurt and mix until well combined.
4. Stir in chocolate chips.
5. Spoon out about 2 Tablespoons batter into each muffin cup.
6. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Allow to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
8. Enjoy!

What is your favorite snack that is easy to prepare? Will you try these chocolate chip muffins? 

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