Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe
Soft, chocolate-packed, and completely gluten-free—these muffins prove that avoiding wheat doesn’t mean giving up good taste.
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon xanthan gum if not in flour blend
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup milk or almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup chocolate chips gluten-free
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Heat it to 350°F (175°C). Line or grease a muffin tin.
- Mix dry ingredients: Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and xanthan gum.
- Prepare wet mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Combine: Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet, stirring until just combined.
- Add chocolate chips: Gently mix them in, saving a few for topping.
- Fill muffin cups: Pour batter evenly into liners, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake: Place in the oven for 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few crumbs.
- Cool slightly & enjoy: Let them sit for 5 minutes, then dig in.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Muffin)
- Calories: 230
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamin & Mineral Content (Per Muffin)
- Iron: 7%
- Calcium: 6%
- Magnesium: 5%
- Potassium: 4%
- Vitamin B6: 3%
Tips for Extra Flavor
- Use coconut sugar for a deeper sweetness.
- Swap butter for coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon for warmth.
- Sprinkle coarse sugar on top for a crunchy finish.