Ingredients and Weight:
- 180g all-purpose flour
- 60g cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 120g sugar
- 1 large egg
- 150ml vegetable oil
- 150ml milk
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 200g pumpkin puree (from a can or fresh)
- 100g chocolate chips or chunks
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a muffin tin with paper cups or grease it well.
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and egg until smooth. Add the vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract and mix well.
- Add the pumpkin puree to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold to combine. Do not overmix.
- Stir in the chocolate chips or chunks.
- Fill the muffin cups with the mixture and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per muffin)
Calories: Approx. 350kcal
Fat: Approx. 20g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 50g
Protein: Approx. 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- The combination of chocolate and pumpkin creates a unique flavor that Americans love.
- The marbled effect from the chocolate chunks gives the muffins an attractive appearance.
- These muffins are moist and have a rich chocolatey taste with a slight pumpkin flavor that makes them perfect for fall or winter.
User Comments:
- "These muffins were so delicious! The chocolate and pumpkin combination was a great surprise."
- "I made these for my family and they loved them! The marbled effect was beautiful."
- "These muffins were moist and had a great flavor. I will make them again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use good quality chocolate chips or chunks for the best flavor and marbling effect.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough muffins.
- For best results, use fresh pumpkin puree instead of canned. If using canned, make sure to drain any excess liquid.
