Red Velvet Chocolate Chip Muffins

Indulge in the perfect combination of decadent red velvet and rich chocolate chip muffins. These moist and fluffy treats with a hint of cocoa are a delightful way to satisfy your sweet cravings. Perfect for breakfast or as a special dessert!
ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 cup chocolate chips
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- 2.
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- 3.
In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until well combined.
- 4.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- 5.
Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
- 6.
Divide the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- 7.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 8.
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 9.
Once cooled, enjoy these deliciously moist and chocolatey red velvet muffins!