Description
Double chocolate cheesecake muffins blend rich cocoa with creamy cheesecake in a sinful handheld treat. Chocolate lovers will savor each indulgent bite of these irresistible muffins that promise pure dessert bliss.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 large eggs
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Leavening and Finishing:
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup additional chocolate chips (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the cups to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to eliminate any lumps and ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Create a well in the center of the dry mixture and pour in the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and eggs, whisking until the batter becomes smooth and fully incorporated.
- Gently fold the dark chocolate chips into the batter, being careful not to overmix to maintain a tender muffin texture.
- In a separate bowl, whip the cream cheese until soft and creamy, creating a smooth filling for the muffin centers.
- Fill each muffin cup halfway with the chocolate batter, then carefully spoon a dollop of cream cheese mixture into the center of each.
- Top the cream cheese center with the remaining chocolate batter, completely covering the filling and ensuring an even distribution.
- Sprinkle the additional chocolate chips over the top of each muffin for an extra chocolatey crunch.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Choose high-quality cocoa powder and dark chocolate chips for a rich, intense chocolate flavor that elevates the entire muffin.
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature to ensure a smooth, lump-free filling that blends seamlessly into the muffin center.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent tough, dense muffins; gently fold ingredients until just combined for a tender, light texture.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend and ensure all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg