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Better Than the Bakery Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake Muffins.

These muffins are a bakery delight! Moist, fluffy, and bursting with chocolate chips, they're perfect for any time of day.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baking, Chocolate, Easy, Muffins
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

For the Muffins:

  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 6 tablespoons cold butter cubed
  • 1/2 cup butter melted
  • 1/2 cup real maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare the Topping - In a small bowl, mix together 3/4 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Add the cubed cold butter and mix with a fork or pastry cutter until crumbly. Set aside.
  • Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of melted butter, 1/2 cup of real maple syrup, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Add 1/2 cup of buttermilk, 1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt, and 2 eggs, and mix until smooth.
  • Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients - In another bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt. Whisk to combine.
  • Step 4: Bring It All Together - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix! Fold in 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  • Step 5: Fill Muffin Tin - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with the batter. Sprinkle the topping mixture generously over each muffin.
  • Step 6: Bake - Bake for about 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The tops should be golden and slightly domed.
  • Step 7: Cool and Serve - Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack. Enjoy warm or at room temperature with your favorite coffee or tea!

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Muffin Tin
  • Whisk
  • Rubber Spatula
  • Cooling rack

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.
  • Don’t skip the resting time; letting the batter sit for 10-15 minutes can enhance the texture.
  • For a crunchy topping, add chopped nuts to the streusel mixture.