Mint Chocolate Chip Muffins

Indulge in the delightful fusion of refreshing mint and rich chocolate with these Mint Chocolate Chip Muffins, a bakery-style treat that's both decadent and irresistibly fresh. Made with a perfect balance of cocoa powder and semi-sweet chocolate chips, these muffins are elevated with the vibrant flavor of pure mint extract and optional green food coloring for a fun, festive touch. With a moist, tender crumb thanks to buttermilk and a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, they’re perfect for everything from holiday gatherings to an everyday sweet snack. Serve these muffins warm out of the oven or at room temperature, and pair them with a glass of milk or a steaming cup of coffee for the ultimate flavor experience. These mint chocolate muffins are sure to become a new favorite for chocolate lovers and mint enthusiasts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 1 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cups buttermilk
• 0.5 cups vegetable oil
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoons pure mint extract
• 6 drops green food coloring (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, 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 medium-sized bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, mint extract, and green food coloring (if using).

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold the mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can lead to dense muffins.

Step 6

Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.

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 a few moist crumbs.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Serve the muffins warm or at room temperature. They pair wonderfully with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1090.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3585.5

Total Fat 178.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.7g
Cholesterol 398.8mg	0%
Sodium 2293.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 500.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.3g	0%
Total Sugars 254.3g
Protein 67.9g	0%

Vitamin D 206.9IU	0%
Calcium 440.7mg	0%
Iron 26.8mg	0%
Potassium 1629.4mg	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: 41.4%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 51.6%