Chocolate Nut Muffins

Ingredients

• For the batter:
  • • 1 egg
    • 80g sugar
  • • 8g vanilla sugar
    • Pinch of salt
    • 50ml vegetable oil
  • • 100ml milk
    • 20g bitter cocoa
    • 120g flour
  • 8g baking powder
• For the topping and mix-ins:
  • • Almonds (to taste)
  • • Raisins (to taste)
    • Walnuts (to taste)
    • Dark chocolate chunks (to taste)

Directions

1. 1. Prepare the Mold:
      • Grease a muffin mold with butter and lightly flour it.

1. 1. Prepare the Batter:
      • • In a mixing bowl, beat the egg. Add the sugar, vanilla sugar, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
        • Gradually add the vegetable oil and milk, mixing continuously.
        • In a separate bowl, combine the flour, bitter cocoa, and baking powder.
      • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
   2. Add Mix-ins:
      • • Stir in the almonds, raisins, walnuts, and dark chocolate chunks. You can adjust the quantities based on your preference.

   3. Assemble the Muffins:
      • Pour the batter into the prepared muffin mold, filling each cup about 2/3 full.

1. Bake:
   • • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
     • Bake the muffins for approximately 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
     • Let the muffins cool in the mold for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serving Suggestions

• • Enjoy these muffins warm with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee.
  • They are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack.

Cooking Tips

• Do not overmix the batter to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
• You can substitute the dark chocolate with milk chocolate or white chocolate if you prefer.

Nutritional Benefits

• • These muffins contain a variety of nuts that provide healthy fats and proteins.

• Dark chocolate is a good source of antioxidants.

Dietary Information

• • This recipe can be made dairy-free by using plant-based milk.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the flour with a gluten-free flour blend.

Storage Tips

• Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• They can also be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.