Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins: A Sweet & Easy Treat! 🥜🍫

These Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins are a delightful combination of warm, tender, and moist textures, with melty and gooey chocolate chips that burst with flavor. They are incredibly easy to make and offer a quick, satisfying fix for any sweet craving. Get ready to elevate your breakfast or snack game!

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Irresistible Flavor Combo – The classic pairing of peanut butter and chocolate is taken to the next level in these muffins, making them truly addictive.
• Perfect Texture – Enjoy a tender and moist crumb, with pockets of melty chocolate chips that are gooey when warm.
• Effortlessly Easy – This recipe is straightforward and quick, perfect for busy mornings or spontaneous baking sessions.
• Visually Appealing – Each bite reveals a glorious mix of peanut butter and chocolate chips, making them as appealing to the eye as they are to the palate.
• Quick Sweet Fix – Satisfy your sweet tooth in no time with these delicious muffins.

🛠 Tools You’ll Need

• Standard muffin pans
• Paper liners (12-14)
• Large bowl (for dry ingredients) 🥣
• Medium bowl (for wet ingredients) 🥣
• Whisk
• Rubber spatula
• Wire rack (for cooling)
• Measuring cups & spoons 📏

🥄 Key Ingredients

• All-purpose flour – The foundation for these fluffy muffins. 🌾
• Baking powder – Provides lift and a tender crumb.
• Fine sea salt – Balances the sweetness and enhances flavors.
• Unsalted butter, melted and cooled – Adds richness and moisture. 🧈
• Packed light brown sugar – Contributes to moisture and a subtle caramel note.
• Large eggs – Binds the ingredients and adds structure. 🥚
• Milk – Adds moisture and helps create a tender texture. 🥛
• Vanilla extract – Enhances the overall flavor. 🌿
• Milk or semisweet chocolate chips – For classic chocolatey goodness. 🍫
• Peanut butter chips – Doubles down on the peanut butter flavor and adds extra texture. 🥜

🍪 How to Make Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins

1. Prepare Oven & Pans: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line standard muffin pans with 12 to 14 paper liners. 🔥
2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and fine sea salt. 🥣
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the melted and cooled unsalted butter, packed light brown sugar, peanut butter, large eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. 🥛
4. Combine & Fold: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredient mixture. Stir until just combined; be careful not to overmix. Gently fold in the chocolate chips and peanut butter chips. 👐
5. Fill & Bake: Fill each muffin cup to the top with the batter. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top of the muffin springs back when lightly pressed. ⏱️
6. Cool: Cool the muffins in the pan for 5 minutes before removing them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature. ❄️

💡 Tips for Success

• Don’t Overmix: Overmixing the batter will result in tough muffins. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
• Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your eggs and milk are at room temperature for a smoother batter and better rise.
• Fill Cups Fully: Filling the muffin cups to the top helps create those desirable domed tops.
• Don’t Overbake: For moist muffins, remove them from the oven as soon as a toothpick comes out clean. They will continue to cook slightly as they cool.

🆘 Muffin Troubleshooting Guide

Problem: Muffins are dry or crumbly.

• Likely Cause: Overmixing or overbaking.
• Solution: Mix the batter just until combined. Reduce baking time by a minute or two if your oven runs hot.

Problem: Muffins don’t rise well.

• Likely Cause: Old baking powder, or overmixing.
• Solution: Ensure your baking powder is fresh. Mix the batter gently to avoid developing too much gluten.

Problem: Chocolate chips sink to the bottom.

• Likely Cause: Batter too thin, or chips not coated.
• Solution: Toss chocolate chips and peanut butter chips with a tablespoon of flour before adding them to the batter. This helps them suspend evenly.

👩‍🍳 Pro Chef Tips

• Add a Swirl: For an extra touch, swirl a spoonful of peanut butter into the top of each muffin before baking.
• Nut Butter Variety: Feel free to experiment with other nut butters like almond butter for a different flavor profile.
• Mini Muffins: This recipe can easily be adapted for mini muffins; adjust baking time accordingly (usually 10-12 minutes).

☕ Perfect Pairings: What to Enjoy with Your Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins

• Coffee: A classic choice, the bitterness of coffee complements the sweetness of the muffins. ☕
• Milk: A cold glass of milk is a comforting and perfect pairing, especially for breakfast. 🥛
• Hot Chocolate: For an indulgent treat, serve with a rich hot chocolate.
• Tea: A mild black tea or herbal tea can be a lovely accompaniment.

📦 How to Store

• Room Temperature: Store cooled muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days. They will remain fresh and moist.
• Freezer: Muffins freeze well for up to 2-3 months. Wrap individually in plastic wrap and then place in a freezer-safe bag. Thaw at room temperature or warm gently in the microwave.

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