Chocolate Mint Muffins

The combination of chocolate and mint is said to have originated from the ancient Aztecs who combined cocoa with mint to create a refreshing and invigorating drink.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Chocolate Mint Muffins

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, International Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Mint extract
• 0.5 cup Chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the milk and mint extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips.
7. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
10. Transfer the muffins to a wire rack and let them cool completely.
11. Enjoy these delicious chocolate mint muffins!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 32g11%

Sugars 20g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.