Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe

Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe

44 servings
These mini chocolate chip muffins are just like the classic chocolate chip muffins you know and love, just two bite mini muffins! This Little Bites copycat recipe is easy and easy to make using simple ingredients. They’re better than store bought and are perfect for a quick and delicious breakfast, snack or dessert.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all purpose flour

    240 g

  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter

    melted, 113 g

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

    100 g

  • ¼ cup light brown sugar

    50 g

  • 2 large eggs

    room temperature, US

  • ½ cup milk

    room temperature, 118 ml

  • ½ cup sour cream

    room temperature, 120 g

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

    10 ml

  • ¾ cup mini chocolate chips

    128 g

Directions

  1. 1

    In a mixing bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together until well combined.

  2. 2

    Whisk the melted butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, sour cream and milk together until smooth and well combined. 

  3. 3

    Whisk in the dry ingredients with the wet until smooth and well combined with few lumps. Stir in the mini chocolate chips until well combined. 

  4. 4

    Rest the muffin batter for 20 - 30 minutes for bakery style muffins.Preheat the oven to 375 F (190 C). Line a 24 ct. mini muffin pan with mini cupcake liners.

  5. 5

    Use a tablespoon sized cookie scoop to scoop the chocolate chip mini muffin batter into each of the mini muffin wells or liners. 

  6. 6

    Bake the muffins for 10 -12 minutes or until the sides of the muffins are lightly golden and the tops bounce back quickly when lightly pressed. 

  7. 7

    Cool the muffins in the pan for 10 minutes. Gently remove them from the pan and enjoy!

Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe

Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe

30 min44 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving those delightful, two-bite chocolate chip muffins you find at the store, but want to make them fresh at home? This mini chocolate chip muffin recipe brings you that beloved classic, sized perfectly for a quick breakfast, snack, or dessert, and made easily with everyday ingredients.

Why These Mini Muffins Work

What makes these mini muffins truly special is their perfect balance of convenience and homemade goodness. They replicate the irresistible charm of popular store-bought versions but offer a fresher, richer flavor that only comes from baking them yourself. Using simple pantry staples, this recipe ensures a consistently moist and tender crumb with plenty of chocolatey pockets in every bite, making them distinctly better than their packaged counterparts.

What to Expect from Your Homemade Mini Muffins

Get ready for a batch of incredibly tender, golden-brown mini muffins studded generously with mini chocolate chips. Each one offers a soft, cake-like texture that melts in your mouth, bursting with sweet vanilla and rich chocolate flavor. The miniature size means they're not just adorable, but also incredibly satisfying without being overly heavy, making them ideal for little hands or just a delightful pick-me-up anytime. This recipe is designed to be straightforward, delivering impressive results without fuss.

Customization & Variations

Feel free to get creative with your mini chocolate chip muffins! Instead of just mini chocolate chips, you could try a mix of white chocolate chips or even a sprinkle of cinnamon for a different flavor profile. For an extra pop of flavor, a dash of almond extract could replace some of the vanilla. You can also press a few extra mini chocolate chips on top of each muffin before baking for a picture-perfect finish.

Serving & Context

These versatile mini chocolate chip muffins are perfect for so many occasions. Pack them in lunchboxes, serve them as an easy grab-and-go breakfast, or plate them up as a charming dessert with coffee or tea. They're also a wonderful addition to a brunch spread or a casual get-together, always disappearing quickly!

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