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Moist Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe with Crispy Golden Tops Easy and Perfect

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These moist chocolate chip muffins feature crispy golden tops and a tender crumb, perfect for quick breakfasts, potlucks, or cozy treats. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they deliver nostalgic comfort in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar, plus an extra 2 tablespoons for topping
  • 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups (270g) chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line your muffin tin with liners or lightly grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add granulated sugar and brown sugar to the dry ingredients and stir gently to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly.
  7. Spoon batter into the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
  8. Lightly sprinkle about 1/2 teaspoon of granulated sugar over each muffin for crispy tops.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes until tops are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Remove from oven and transfer muffins to a cooling rack. Cool at least 10 minutes before removing from pan.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender. Use room temperature eggs and milk for even baking. Sprinkle sugar on tops before baking for crispy golden tops. Cool muffins on a rack to maintain crispiness. Tent with foil if muffins brown too quickly.

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