Salted Caramel Chocolate Chunk Muffins Recipe for Irresistible Morning Bites
Sweet aromas of salted caramel chocolate chunk muffins waft through my kitchen, promising pure indulgence.
Mornings transform with these decadent treats that blend rich cocoa and buttery caramel notes.
Chocolate lovers will find themselves captivated by unexpected salt crystals dancing across each tender crumb.
Unexpected bursts of melted chocolate create delightful surprises in every single bite.
My grandmother’s baking wisdom whispers that simple ingredients can create extraordinary moments of joy.
Mixing these muffins feels like crafting edible art with minimal effort.
Bake these irresistible treats and watch how quickly they disappear from your plate.
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What Goes into Salted Caramel Chocolate Chunk Muffins
Dry Ingredients:Wet Ingredients:Mix-In Ingredients:How to Bake Muffins That Hit All the Flavor Notes
Step 1: Warm Up the Oven
Crank up your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grab a 12-cup muffin tin and line it with paper liners, creating cozy homes for your soon-to-be delicious muffins.
Step 2: Create the Dry Mixture
Grab a medium bowl and sift together:Set this magical powder blend aside for now.
Step 3: Whip Up the Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, grab a whisk and go to town on your eggs and sugar. Beat them until they transform into a pale, creamy dream. Pour in the oil and vanilla extract, giving everything a good mix. Splash in the buttermilk and stir until silky smooth.
Step 4: Marry the Wet and Dry Ingredients
Slowly introduce the dry ingredients to your wet mixture. Gently fold them together until just combined- don’t overwork the batter! If you’re feeling adventurous, pour in some hot water or coffee for an extra flavor kick. Fold in those chocolate chunks, creating pockets of gooey goodness throughout the muffins.
Step 5: Fill and Bake
Scoop the batter into your prepared muffin liners, filling each about two-thirds full. This gives your muffins room to rise and become gloriously puffy.
Step 6: Drizzle with Salted Caramel
Once baked and cooled, zigzag some salted caramel sauce over the top of each muffin. Watch as it cascades down the sides, creating irresistible streams of sweetness.
Step 7: Serve and Enjoy
Let these beauties cool for a few minutes, then serve warm. Watch as people’s eyes light up with the first bite of these decadent chocolate chunk muffins.
Tips for Gooey Centers and Golden Tops
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Salted Caramel Chocolate Chunk Muffins Recipe
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 1x
Description
Indulgent Salted Caramel Chocolate Chunk Muffins deliver pure bakery magic in every delightful bite. Chocolate lovers will swoon over these rich, gooey treats that blend sweet caramel with intense chocolate for an irresistible dessert experience.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (50 g) cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) buttermilk (or milk with 1 teaspoon vinegar)
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) hot water or coffee (optional, for deeper chocolate flavor)
Filling and Topping:
- ¾ cup (130 g) chocolate chunks or chips
- 12 soft caramels, unwrapped (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- Flaky sea salt for sprinkling
- Additional chocolate chunks (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C) and prepare a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners, ensuring even spacing for optimal baking.
- Sift the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a medium bowl, creating a uniform dry mixture with no lumps.
- Whisk eggs and sugar in a large bowl until the mixture transforms into a pale, silky consistency, indicating proper aeration.
- Incorporate oil and vanilla extract into the egg mixture, stirring thoroughly to create a smooth, glossy base.
- Gently fold buttermilk into the wet ingredients, maintaining the light and airy texture developed in previous steps.
- Gradually introduce the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, using a gentle folding technique to prevent overmixing and preserve the muffins’ tender crumb.
- If desired, add hot water or coffee to enhance the chocolate’s depth, stirring carefully to integrate the liquid.
- Gently fold chocolate chunks into the batter, distributing them evenly to ensure each muffin receives a rich chocolate surprise.
- Divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each approximately three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, typically 18-20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to complete cooling.
Notes
- Swap buttermilk with plant-based milk and use egg replacer for a vegan version that maintains the rich, moist texture.
- Reduce sugar content by using dark chocolate chunks with lower sugar percentage and replacing some sugar with natural sweeteners like stevia.
- Prevent chocolate chunks from sinking by coating them lightly in flour before folding into the batter, ensuring even distribution throughout the muffins.
- For gluten-sensitive individuals, substitute all-purpose flour with a reliable gluten-free flour blend, adding xanthan gum to improve structural integrity and prevent crumbling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Daves Miller
Contributing Chef & Culinary Educator
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Sullivan University, Louisville, Kentucky
White Mountains Community College, Berlin, New Hampshire
Daves is the friendly face guiding you through flavorful, fuss-free recipes at Picture Perfect Meals.
He studied culinary arts at Sullivan University and embraced Baking and Pastry Arts at White Mountains Community College. Daves specializes in comforting meals with vibrant flavors, highlighting fresh, seasonal ingredients.