NUTTY CHOCOLATE MUFFINS

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The ever-popular combination of peanut butter and chocolate transforms muffins into extra-special treats. Your family will gobble them up at Christmastime or any time at all.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2/3 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup butter, melted
2-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chopped unsalted peanuts
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
FILLING:
1 cup creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons butter, softened
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk, butter and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in peanuts and chocolate chips. Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full., Bake at 350° for 22-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a small bowl, beat the peanut butter, butter, confectioners' sugar and vanilla until fluffy. Cut a small hole in the corner of a pastry or plastic bag; insert a large star tip. Fill bag with peanut butter filling. Insert tip into the top of each cupcake; fill with about 2 teaspoons filling, gradually lifting and piping a small amount of filling onto top of muffins. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437 calories, Fat 25g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 342mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Mokles Babu
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These muffins are the perfect combination of chocolate and nuts. They're a great snack or dessert. I highly recommend them!


Md Anser
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I made these muffins for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes! Everyone loved them. I'll definitely be making them again for my next bake sale.


sijan gaming
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These muffins are so delicious! I can't believe how easy they were to make. I'll definitely be making them again soon.


Md Showrov Chowdhury
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I love how moist these muffins are. They're the perfect texture for a muffin. I'll definitely be making these again.


Safayat Hosen
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These muffins are a great way to start the day. They're filling and flavorful, and they give me a boost of energy.


Stunt Marion
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I'm gluten-free and I was able to make these muffins with gluten-free flour. They turned out great! I'm so happy I found this recipe.


Stergios Tsamitros
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These muffins are so easy to make! I had them in the oven in less than 10 minutes. They're a great recipe for busy weeknights.


Srabonti Ranidash
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I love the combination of chocolate and hazelnuts in these muffins. They're a great treat for any occasion.


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I made these muffins for my kids' school lunch and they were a huge hit! They're a great way to get them to eat their fruit and nuts.


Md Jibon howlader
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These muffins are a great way to use up leftover chocolate chips. They're also a great snack to have on hand for when you need a quick and easy treat.


Ali Aki
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I followed the recipe exactly and the muffins turned out perfect! I used semi-sweet chocolate chips and they were the perfect amount of sweetness.


Amir Ahmad
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These muffins are so moist and chocolatey! I love the nutty flavor from the hazelnuts. They were a perfect treat for my morning coffee.


Heye Hdye
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I'm not much of a baker, but these muffins came out great! They were easy to make and the end result was delicious.


Achraf Go
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This is the best chocolate muffin recipe I've ever tried! The muffins are moist, fluffy, and have a perfect balance of chocolate flavor. I will definitely be making these again and again.


Mezayah Bhim
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I made these yesterday and they were a huge hit at a potluck! I used dark chocolate chips and they were delicious! Definitely recommend!