Chocolate Toffee Muffins (Print-Friendly Version)
Mocha muffins loaded with chocolate and toffee streusel bring bold taste and awesome texture.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Muffin Batter
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1 1/2 cups buttermilk
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1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
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1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
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2/3 cup packed brown sugar
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1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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2 large eggs
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
→ Toffee Crunch Topping
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup toffee bits
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
# How to Make It:
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Start by preheating your oven to 375°F. Don’t forget to line a muffin tin with paper liners.
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In a big bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, coffee powder, and sea salt until everything's mixed.
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In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla until it’s combined nicely.
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Add the wet mix to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until combined, then fold in the chocolate chips, being careful not to mix too much.
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Spoon the batter evenly into the lined muffin cups.
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In a tiny bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, and toffee bits. Cut in the butter with a fork until it’s crumbly and coarse.
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Sprinkle about a tablespoon of your toffee mix over each muffin before baking.
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Bake for about 20 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out clean when poked in the center.
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Move the muffin tin to a wire rack and cool for 5 minutes. Then take the muffins out of the pan and let them cool completely on the rack before digging in.
# Extra Information:
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Real buttermilk gives a better flavor and texture. You can use whole milk in a pinch, but steer clear of low-fat options.
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Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
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Instant espresso powder boosts the chocolate taste, but you can swap in instant coffee or skip it if you'd like.