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Chocolate Chip Muffins

Chocolate Chip Muffins

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these delicious Chocolate Chip Muffins. Warm, soft, and bursting with gooey chocolate, they're perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack any time of day. Simple to make and utterly satisfying, you'll want to bake a batch tonight!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Frying Pan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees (F) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1/4 cup of light brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg, and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon.
  3. In a separate large bowl, add 2 large eggs, 1 cup of melted unsalted butter, 1 cup of sour cream, 1/3 cup of milk, 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of oil, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Whisk until everything is well combined.
  4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients using a rubber spatula. Stop stirring when you can still see a hint of the dry ingredients.
  5. Fold in 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin pan, filling each mold to the top.
  7. Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake at 425 degrees for 8 minutes. Then, reduce to 375 degrees and bake for an additional 14 minutes.
  8. Cool the muffins in the pan on a wire cooling rack for 15 minutes. Then, carefully remove the muffins from the pan.

Notes

  • Canola Oil: or Vegetable Oil can work as a substitute.
  • Storage: Wrap any leftover muffins tightly in saran wrap and store at room temperature for up to three days.
  • Freezing: Freeze for up to three months; thaw muffins overnight in the refrigerator or on the counter.