Description

Indulge in the delight of homemade Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins, inspired by the beloved Little Bites. These moist and tender treats are the perfect solution for breakfast, snacks, or lunchboxes, appealing to both kids and adults alike. Made with wholesome ingredients like Greek yogurt and maple syrup, they offer a nutritious alternative without compromising on taste. With a quick and easy recipe that requires minimal prep time, you can whip up these bite-sized wonders in no time. Customize them with your favorite mix-ins for a fun twist! Whether enjoyed as a sweet snack or paired with your morning coffee, these mini muffins are sure to impress.

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
⅓ cup maple syrup
¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
2 eggs (lightly beaten)
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
¾ cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a mini muffin pan.
In one bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, mix Greek yogurt, maple syrup, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
Gently fold the yogurt mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
Stir in mini chocolate chips.
Fill each muffin cup to the edge with batter.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden; check doneness with a toothpick.
Cool briefly in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin (30g)
Calories: 100
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Avoid overmixing for fluffy muffins. Feel free to substitute chocolate chips with nuts or dried fruits.