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Gluten Free Chocolate Muffins

Heavenly Gluten Free Chocolate Muffins That Melt in Your Mouth

Indulge in these Gluten Free Chocolate Muffins that are rich, customizable, and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Base
  • 2 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Use a blend suitable for baking
  • 3/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Opt for Dutch-processed cocoa for deeper taste
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds depth of flavor
For the Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Substitute with milk + lemon juice blend if needed
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can be replaced with coconut or olive oil
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Boiling Water Enhances cocoa flavor
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Choose semi-sweet, dark, or milk chocolate
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts For added crunch

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Ice cream scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix the sugars, buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually combine wet and dry mixtures, mixing gently until just combined.
  5. Add boiling water to batter and stir gently until blended.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
  7. Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with batter.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool muffins in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They can also be refrigerated for up to a week or frozen for up to 3 months.

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