Chocolate Ricotta Muffins

Indulge in the decadence of these Chocolate Ricotta Muffins, a heavenly combination of rich cocoa and creamy ricotta for a uniquely moist and tender treat. Perfectly blended with semi-sweet chocolate chips, these muffins strike the ideal balance of sweetness and texture, making each bite irresistibly chocolatey. Simple yet sophisticated, this recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time, making it an excellent choice for busy mornings or an effortless dessert. The addition of ricotta cheese not only adds a luxurious creaminess but also keeps these muffins incredibly soft and fresh for days. Whether served warm with coffee or as a grab-and-go breakfast, these muffins are sure to impress chocolate lovers everywhere. Optimize your baking game with this quick and easy homemade recipe today!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 1 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
• 0.5 cups milk
• 0.25 cups vegetable oil
• 2 whole large eggs
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.75 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese, milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Use a spatula or a wooden spoon to fold the mixture together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this could result in dense muffins.

Step 5

Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, reserving a small handful to sprinkle on top of the muffins if desired.

Step 6

Evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. If desired, sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips over the tops of each muffin for extra chocolatey goodness.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean or with only a few moist crumbs.

Step 8

Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1115.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3173.7

Total Fat 145.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.7g
Cholesterol 501.2mg	0%
Sodium 2401.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 465.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.3g	0%
Total Sugars 235.2g
Protein 86.8g	0%

Vitamin D 133.7IU	0%
Calcium 1170.0mg	0%
Iron 32.5mg	0%
Potassium 2339.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.1%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 53.0%