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Bakery-Style Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe

4.7 from 90 reviews

These Bakery-Style Chocolate Chip Muffins are moist, fluffy, and loaded with gooey chocolate chips in every bite. Perfectly tender with a golden domed top, these muffins make a delightful breakfast or snack treat that mimics the classic flavors and textures of your favorite bakery muffins.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups thoroughly.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add the melted butter, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
  4. Form the Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix to keep the muffins tender.
  5. Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full to allow room for rising.
  7. Bake the Muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter; lumps are okay for tender muffins.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
  • You can substitute chocolate chips with chunks or nuts if desired.
  • Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil and buttermilk with almond milk and lemon juice.

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