Description
These Easy Salted Caramel Chocolate Chunk Muffins are a delightful treat, combining rich chocolate chunks with a hint of salted caramel. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, these muffins offer a sweet and salty flavor profile that’s sure to please.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup chocolate chunks
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chunks.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Using a teaspoon, drop a small amount of caramel sauce into the center of each muffin.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, drizzle additional caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle with flaky sea salt before serving.
Notes
- For a richer caramel flavor, consider using dulce de leche instead of regular caramel sauce.
- Ensure the muffins are completely cooled before drizzling with caramel to prevent it from melting into the muffins.
- These muffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg