Description
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of these Olympic Village Chocolate Muffins. Perfect for a pre- or post-workout snack, these moist and decadent muffins are a delightful treat for any time of day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, Greek yogurt, oil, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Mix batter: Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Fill muffin cups: Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Top with extra chocolate chips if desired.
- Bake: Bake for 16–18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Inspired by the rich, energizing snacks shared among athletes at Olympic training facilities, these muffins are ideal for pre- or post-workout fuel.
- For a protein boost, use protein-enriched flour or add a tablespoon of protein powder.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Snack or Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
