All-Chocolate Muffins

Ingredients

• 250 g T45 Flour (Sift to avoid lumps)
• 30 g Unsweetened cocoa powder (Use unsweetened cocoa for an intense chocolate flavor)
• 100 g White sugar
• 100 g Brown sugar (Adds a caramelized note)
• 10 g Baking powder (One 10 g sachet)
• 100 g Unsalted butter (Cut into large cubes to ease melting)
• 3 Eggs (Whole, at room temperature)
• 5 ml Vanilla extract (About 1 teaspoon)
• 150 ml Fermented milk (From the yogurt/liquid cream aisle; adds moistness)
• 80 g Dark chocolate chunks (Reserve 30‑40 g to sprinkle on top)

Instructions

1. Melt the butter

   Cut the unsalted butter into large cubes and melt it in a saucepan over medium heat until completely liquid.

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2. Let the melted butter cool

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the melted butter into a small bowl. Let it cool to room temperature.

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3. Mix the dry ingredients

   In a large bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, white sugar, brown sugar and baking powder. Whisk until you have a smooth, lump‑free mixture.

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4. Prepare the wet ingredients

   In a second bowl, beat the three whole eggs. Add the cooled melted butter, vanilla extract and fermented milk, then mix well.

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5. Incorporate the liquids into the dry

   Make a well in the center of the dry mixture and gradually pour in the liquid mixture while whisking gently until you obtain a homogeneous batter.

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6. Add the chocolate chunks

   Fold the dark chocolate chunks into the batter, lightly coating them with the spatula.

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7. Fill the muffin tins

   Place the paper liners in the muffin tin cavities. Using a tablespoon or a piping bag, fill each liner two‑thirds full.

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8. Sprinkle the top

   Dust the reserved chocolate pieces over the top of each muffin.

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9. Bake

   Preheat the oven to 200 °C (fan‑assisted). Bake the muffins and cook for 20 minutes, until they are well risen and the tops are lightly golden.

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   Temperature: 200°C

10. Cool

    Let the muffins rest for 5 minutes in the tin, then unmold them onto a rack and let them cool completely at room temperature before serving.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

4 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

2 g

Ingredient Substitutions

• Instead of T45 Flour: All-purpose flour
• Instead of Unsweetened cocoa powder: Sweetened cocoa (adjust sugar)
• Instead of White sugar: Cane sugar
• Instead of Brown sugar: Brown sugar, White sugar
• Instead of Baking powder: Baking soda + cream of tartar
• Instead of Unsalted butter: Margarine, Vegetable oil
• Instead of Eggs: Flax eggs (for veg version)
• Instead of Vanilla extract: Seeds from a vanilla pod, Vanilla sugar
• Instead of Fermented milk: Whole milk, Plain yogurt + whole milk mixture
• Instead of Dark chocolate chunks: Chocolate chips, Milk or white chocolate chunks

Equipment Needed

• Saucepan
• Large bowl (mixing bowl)
• Whisk
• Measuring tools (cups and spoons)
• Silicone spatula
• Muffin tin (metal pans)
• Paper baking liners (optional)
• Oven
• Cooling rack (optional)
• Piping bag or tablespoon (optional)

Critical Steps — Do Not Skip

• Melt the butter without burning it
• Achieve a perfectly homogeneous dry mixture
• Incorporate the liquids by creating a well to avoid lumps
• Do not fill the molds to the brim
• Precise baking at 200 °C for 20 minutes

Chef Tips from the Video

• Replace fermented milk with a mixture 2/3 plain yogurt + 1/3 whole milk for a slightly tangy flavor.
• Add a pinch of salt to enhance the chocolate taste.
• For visual effect, insert a small piece of chocolate in the center of each muffin before baking.

Troubleshooting

Storage

Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container 3 to 5 days.

Freezer: Wrap individually and freeze up to 2 months.

Room temperature: At room temperature, they keep 2‑3 days in a well‑sealed box.

Make-Ahead Tips

• The batter can be prepared ahead and kept refrigerated for 30 minutes before baking.
• Baked muffins keep for several days, perfect for weekly snacks.