Cakey Chocolate Pear Muffins
Indulge in the decadent combination of rich chocolate and luscious pears with these Cakey Chocolate Pear Muffins—a perfect treat for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. These muffins are irresistibly soft and moist, thanks to the addition of ripe, juicy pears that pair beautifully with the deep flavor of cocoa powder and bursts of semisweet chocolate chips. With a quick 20-minute prep time and a straightforward one-bowl mixing method, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious. Each muffin boasts a tender crumb while remaining satisfyingly light, making them a crowd-pleasing option for any occasion. Serve warm for the ultimate comfort or store for a quick grab-and-go treat. Perfectly balanced and studded with fruit and chocolate, these muffins are your next baking must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups brown sugar, packed
- 2 eggs
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups milk
- 1.5 cups ripe pears, peeled, cored, and chopped
- 0.75 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with nonstick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the milk to the wet mixture, stirring until thoroughly combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold together until just combined; do not overmix.
Fold in the chopped pears and chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean or with only a few moist crumbs.
Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then, transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3828 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.2 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.2 g | 506% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 647 mg | 216% | |
| Sodium | 2951 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 572.3 g | 208% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.2 g | 179% | |
| Total Sugars | 341.2 g | ||
| Protein | 66.7 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 604 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 28.1 mg | 156% | |
| Potassium | 2671 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
