Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe

Introduction

These peanut butter muffins are a delightful treat combining the rich, nutty flavor of peanut butter with sweet bursts of chocolate. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, they offer a moist and tender crumb that’s easy to make at home.

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (219 grams)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil (120 ml) or canola oil
• 3/4 cup light brown sugar (158 grams)
• 3/4 cup peanut butter (do not use natural)
• 2 large eggs (room temperature)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk (240 ml) (room temperature)
• 1 cup chocolate chips (180 grams)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a regular-sized muffin pan with muffin papers. This recipe makes 12 to 14 muffins.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Step 3: In another large bowl, whisk the vegetable oil, brown sugar, and peanut butter together. To make mixing easier, warm the peanut butter in the microwave for about 30 seconds on medium power first.
4. Step 4: Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk to the oil and peanut butter mixture, whisking until smooth.
5. Step 5: Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Gently fold the ingredients together until combined. If there are lumps of flour, use a wire whisk to smooth the batter by hand.
6. Step 6: Fold in about 3/4 cup of the chocolate chips, reserving the remaining 1/4 cup for topping.
7. Step 7: Spoon the batter into the muffin pan, filling each cup about three-quarters full. Sprinkle a few of the reserved chocolate chips on top of each muffin.
8. Step 8: Bake in the preheated oven for 16 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, aside from melted chocolate.
9. Step 9: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips & Variations

• Use creamy peanut butter rather than natural for a smoother texture and better binding in the batter.
• Try substituting half the chocolate chips with chopped peanuts for extra crunch.
• If you don’t have buttermilk, mix 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar and let it sit for 5 minutes before using.

Storage

Store the peanut butter muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the muffins in a sealed bag for up to 2 months. To reheat, warm muffins in a microwave for 20–30 seconds or in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5–7 minutes.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use natural peanut butter instead of regular peanut butter?

Natural peanut butter has a thinner consistency and lacks stabilizers, which may affect the texture and binding of the muffins. It’s best to use regular peanut butter for this recipe.

Can I make these muffins dairy-free?

Yes, substitute the buttermilk with a dairy-free milk mixed with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar. Also ensure the chocolate chips are dairy-free if you want a completely dairy-free muffin.

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe

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These Peanut Butter Muffins are moist, flavorful, and packed with rich peanut butter and sweet chocolate chips. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, they combine the creamy taste of peanut butter with the sweetness of chocolate chips in a soft, tender muffin base.

• Author: Mila
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 16-18 minutes
• Total Time: 31-33 minutes
• Yield: 12–14 muffins 1x
• Category: Baking
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (219 grams)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

• 1/2 cup vegetable oil (120 ml) or canola oil
• 3/4 cup light brown sugar (158 grams)
• 3/4 cup peanut butter (do not use natural)
• 2 large eggs (room temperature)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk (240 ml) (room temperature)

Extras

• 1 cup chocolate chips (180 grams)

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a regular-sized muffin pan with muffin papers. This recipe yields 12-14 muffins.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside this dry mix.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another large bowl, whisk the vegetable oil, light brown sugar, and peanut butter. For easier mixing, warm the peanut butter for about 30 seconds in the microwave on medium power first.
4. Add Eggs, Vanilla and Buttermilk: Whisk the eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk into the oil mixture until smooth and fully combined.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour the wet ingredients into this well, then gently fold everything together until just combined. To remove any lumps of flour, whisk lightly by hand using a wire whisk.
6. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold about 3/4 cup of the chocolate chips into the batter, reserving 1/4 cup for topping.
7. Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into the muffin pan cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top of each muffin.
8. Bake: Bake the muffins in the center rack of the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean except for melted chocolate.
9. Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them carefully to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

• Warming the peanut butter slightly helps it blend more easily with the sugar and oil.
• Do not overmix the batter; fold gently to keep the muffins tender and fluffy.
• You can substitute canola oil for vegetable oil if desired.
• Use room temperature eggs and buttermilk to avoid curdling the batter.
• If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.

Keywords: Peanut Butter Muffins, Chocolate Chip Muffins, Breakfast Muffins, Easy Muffin Recipe, Homemade Muffins