Two Tone Muffins
Delight in the irresistible charm of Two Tone Muffins, a show-stopping treat that perfectly marries the rich flavors of chocolate and vanilla in every bite. These light and fluffy muffins feature layers of golden vanilla batter swirled with a luscious cocoa-infused counterpart, creating a beautiful marbled effect that's as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an elegant dessert, this easy-to-follow recipe comes together in just 35 minutes from start to finish. Each batch yields 12 muffins with a perfectly tender crumb and just the right touch of sweetness. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or indulging in a midweek pick-me-up, these homemade Two Tone Muffins promise to impress with their bakery-worthy presentation and crowd-pleasing flavors. Enjoy them fresh or store them for later—they’re a surefire hit any day of the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons hot water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a medium bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix—the batter should be slightly lumpy.
In a small bowl, mix the cocoa powder with hot water until it forms a smooth paste.
Divide the batter evenly into two bowls. Stir the cocoa paste into one bowl, creating a chocolate-colored batter, while keeping the other bowl plain for the vanilla batter.
Spoon one tablespoon of vanilla batter into each muffin liner, then add a tablespoon of chocolate batter on top. Layer another tablespoon of vanilla and chocolate batter, alternating as desired.
Use a skewer or toothpick to gently swirl the batters together for a marbled effect. Be careful not to overmix.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve your Two Tone Muffins fresh or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2606 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.9 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.0 g | 340% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 652 mg | 217% | |
| Sodium | 1739 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 357.6 g | 130% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 163.2 g | ||
| Protein | 47.9 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 436 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 962 mg | 20% | |
*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.
