Marvelous Mexican Chocolate Muffins

Indulge in the rich, spiced decadence of Marvelous Mexican Chocolate Muffins—a delightful twist on classic chocolate muffins that brings a bold fusion of flavors to your table. These moist, tender treats feature the perfect blend of bittersweet cocoa, aromatic cinnamon, and a subtle kick of chili powder, delivering a sweet and spicy balance that sets them apart. Semi-sweet chocolate chips add melty pockets of bliss, while a quick and easy preparation makes them a favorite for busy mornings or special occasions. Ready in just 35 minutes and yielding 12 muffins, they’re the ultimate crowd-pleaser, especially when served warm with a cup of fresh coffee or tea. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or an indulgent snack, these Mexican-inspired chocolate muffins truly live up to their “marvelous” name.

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
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 Large eggs
• 0.75 cups Whole milk
• 0.3 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, ground cinnamon, chili powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Stir in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dry ingredients.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 5

Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredients into the well.

Step 6

Using a spatula or wooden spoon, gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; be careful not to overmix as this can result in dense muffins.

Step 7

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve these marvelous muffins slightly warm or at room temperature. They're excellent on their own or paired with a cup of coffee or tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(945.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2929.2

Total Fat 131.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 40.5g
Cholesterol 394.0mg	0%
Sodium 1723.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 464.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.1g	0%
Total Sugars 230.2g
Protein 69.0g	0%

Vitamin D 160.5IU	0%
Calcium 475.1mg	0%
Iron 32.9mg	0%
Potassium 2435.2mg	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: 35.6%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 56.1%