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Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Muffins

Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Muffins That Melt in Your Mouth

Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Muffins are moist, easy-to-make treats that blend rich chocolate with creamy peanut butter, perfect for brunch or snacks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour can be substituted with whole wheat or gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar consider using brown sugar for a deeper flavor
  • 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder no substitutions recommended
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure it’s fresh for best rise
  • 1 pinch salt can be omitted for low-sodium diets
  • 1 cup milk almond or oat milk make excellent dairy alternatives
  • 0.33 cups vegetable oil melted butter can be swapped in
  • 2 large eggs for vegan option, substitute with flax egg
For the Swirl
  • 0.5 cups peanut butter warm slightly for easier mixing
  • chocolate chips optional; use dark or milk chocolate

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spoon or ice cream scoop
  • Knife or skewer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together milk, oil, and eggs until blended.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and fold until just combined.
  5. Warm peanut butter slightly and swirl it into the muffin batter.
  6. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with batter.
  7. Bake for 20-22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to avoid overmixing for best texture. Using fresh baking powder is essential for the rise.

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