Absolutely! Let’s dive into the delicious world of Almond-Chocolate Marble Muffins! π§π«
Almond-Chocolate Marble Muffins
Description: These Almond-Chocolate Marble Muffins are a delightful treat that marries the nutty richness of almonds with the decadence of chocolate. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or whenever your sweet tooth calls, these muffins are sure to be a hit!
Recipe Category: Quick Breads
Keywords: Breads, < 60 Mins
Servings: 12 Muffins
Ingredients:
Here’s what you’ll need:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 2 cups | Flour |
| 1/2 cup | Sugar |
| 1 tsp | Baking Powder |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 3/4 cup | Milk |
| 3/4 cup | Almonds (chopped) |
| 1/3 cup | Oil |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1/4 cup | Cocoa Powder |
| Additional | Almonds (for topping) |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C). π‘οΈ
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Prepare Muffin Cups: Grease or line 12 standard-size muffin cups with paper liners. π§
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the chopped almonds until they’re evenly distributed throughout the dry mixture. π₯
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Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the milk, oil, and egg until well combined. π₯π₯
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Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, making sure not to overmix. The batter should be moist but still a bit lumpy. π₯£
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Create Chocolate Batter: Take a small bowl and mix in the cocoa powder with half of the muffin batter. This creates your chocolate batter. π«
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Marbleize the Batter: Spoon the plain batter evenly into one side of each muffin cup. Then, add the chocolate batter to the other side of each cup. Use a toothpick or a knife to gently swirl and marbleize the two batters together. It’s okay to leave some streaks for that beautiful marbled effect! π
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Add Toppings: For an extra touch of almond goodness, sprinkle some additional chopped almonds on top of each muffin. This not only adds flavor but also gives a lovely crunchy texture. π°
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Bake to Perfection: Place the muffin tray in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. The tops should be golden brown and slightly cracked. π
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Serve and Enjoy: Once baked to perfection, remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. These muffins are best enjoyed warm, dusted with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar. Serve them alongside your favorite cup of coffee or tea for a delightful treat! βπ°
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 233.6
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.8g
- Cholesterol: 19.8mg
- Sodium: 298.7mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 27.9g
- Dietary Fiber: 2.2g
- Sugar: 8.9g
- Protein: 5.4g
These Almond-Chocolate Marble Muffins are not only a delight to the taste buds but also a wonderful treat to share with friends and family. The combination of crunchy almonds and rich chocolate in a tender, moist muffin is simply irresistible. Whether enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or dessert, these muffins are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake up a batch of pure deliciousness! ππ§
