Get ready to transform your ordinary breakfast or snack time into an extraordinary culinary experience with these irresistible chocolate chip sourdough muffins! Imagine biting into a perfectly moist, slightly tangy muffin studded with rich, melty chocolate chips that will make your taste buds dance with delight. These aren't just any muffins – they're a delicious fusion of classic sourdough complexity and decadent chocolate goodness that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 1 cup sourdough starter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sourdough starter, sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. This helps remove any lumps and ensures even distribution of leavening agents.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough muffins.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips, reserving a small handful for topping if desired.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 to 3/4 full.
- If desired, sprinkle a few additional chocolate chips on top of each muffin.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Tips
- Ensure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly for the best texture and flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter – stop stirring as soon as the dry ingredients are just incorporated to keep the muffins tender.
- For extra indulgence, use a mix of milk and dark chocolate chips for varied chocolate notes.
- Let your muffins cool slightly before removing from the tin to prevent them from falling apart.
- If you want a more pronounced sourdough flavor, let the batter rest for 30 minutes before baking.
- Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly, so take eggs and starter out of the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 40mg
