Decadent Chocolate Cheesecake Muffins: The Ultimate Indulgent Recipe
These Decadent Chocolate Cheesecake Muffins are the perfect treat for chocolate lovers. Indulge in a rich chocolate flavor combined with a creamy cheesecake center, making them ideal for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract together until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fill each muffin liner halfway with the chocolate batter. Add a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture on top, then add more chocolate batter to fill the liners.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- These muffins can be enjoyed warm or chilled.
- Add chocolate chips for an extra chocolatey flavor!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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