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Peppermint Chocolate Chunk Muffins

These Peppermint Chocolate Chunk Muffins are soft, fluffy, and bursting with minty freshness and rich chocolate. Perfect for holiday mornings or as a festive treat.

  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 4 drops green food coloring (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chunks or chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the cups.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the oil, egg, milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring (if using) until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chunks.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a stronger mint flavor, increase peppermint extract to 1 1/2 teaspoons. Use dairy-free milk and vegan chocolate for a vegan version. Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Author: Dorothy Miller
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Method: Breakfast
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 14
  • Sodium: 180
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 4
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 25