Why Chocolate + Coffee Is Always a Winning Pair

Chocolate is comforting.
Coffee is bold.
Together, they create depth, richness, and that unmistakable bakery aroma that makes a kitchen feel warm and inviting.

Double Chocolate Espresso Muffins are built around that idea.

They’re not just sweet muffins — they’re layered with flavor:

• deep cocoa richness
• melted chocolate pockets
• subtle espresso intensity
• soft, moist crumb
• tall bakery-style tops

These muffins are perfect for:

breakfast with coffee
afternoon snack
dessert platter
bake sales
brunch tables
freezing for later treats

They feel indulgent yet simple — exactly what a great muffin should be.

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What Makes These Muffins Special

This recipe uses espresso not to taste like coffee — but to enhance chocolate flavor.

Coffee intensifies cocoa’s depth, making the muffins taste richer without adding sweetness.

The result is a muffin that feels:

• darker
• more chocolatey
• less sugary
• more grown-up

And when chocolate chips melt inside, you get that bakery-style gooey center everyone loves.

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Ingredients

• 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
• 2 large eggs
• ¾ cup milk
• ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line muffin tin with liners.
2. In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder.
3. In another bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, brown sugar, milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Fold in chocolate chips. Do not overmix.
6. Fill muffin cups nearly full for tall tops.
7. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top.
8. Bake 18–22 minutes until toothpick shows moist crumbs.
9. Cool in pan 5 minutes, then transfer to rack.

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Bakery Muffin Secrets

Fill Cups High

Creates domed tops.

Use Brown + White Sugar

Adds moisture and depth.

Don’t Overmix

Keeps muffins tender instead of dense.

Bake at Higher Temp First

Helps create that bakery-style rise.

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Flavor Variations

Triple Chocolate

Add white chocolate chunks.

Nutty Mocha

Add chopped walnuts or hazelnuts.

Chocolate Coconut

Add shredded coconut to batter.

Orange Mocha

Add orange zest for bright contrast.

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Serving Ideas

Serve warm with:

• butter
• chocolate drizzle
• whipped cream
• espresso or latte
• vanilla ice cream (dessert style)

They’re excellent both warm and at room temperature.

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Storage Tips

Room temp: 3 days airtight
Fridge: 5 days
Freeze: 2 months

To reheat, microwave 15 seconds or warm in oven.

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