Chocolate muffins with sherry and lemon glaze

4 servings

40 minutes

Chocolate muffins with sherry in lemon glaze are a refined European treat that combines rich chocolate flavor with subtle notes of sherry and refreshing lemon glaze. This recipe draws from the traditions of English and French baking, where alcohol is often used to enhance flavor depth. The muffins are airy, moist, and slightly velvety thanks to cocoa and sherry, while the lemon glaze adds a zesty freshness. They are perfect for tea time, a romantic dinner, or a cozy evening with a book. They are easy to make but look like a dessert from an exquisite patisserie. Enjoy their rich flavor and sophisticated blend of ingredients!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 507.8
• Proteins: 8.4g
• Fats: 19.4g
• Carbohydrates: 67.6g

Ingredients

• Milk: 150 ml
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Sunflower oil: 60 ml
• Wheat flour: 175 g
• Sugar: 100 g
• Cocoa powder: 2 tbsp
• Baking powder: 1 tsp
• Salt: 2 g
• Sherry: 3 tbsp
• Lemon juice: 10 ml
• Powdered sugar: 1.5 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.

2. Whisk the egg well. Add milk and butter. Whisk again.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Milk: 150 ml
   • Sunflower oil: 60 ml

3. Mix flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, and salt. Add to the egg mixture. Knead the dough well and pour in the sherry.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 175 g
   • Sugar: 100 g
   • Cocoa powder: 2 tablespoons
   • Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
   • Salt: 2 g
   • Sherry: 3 tablespoons

4. Transfer the dough to paper muffin cups, leaving some space for rising. Bake for 20-25 minutes until done.

5. For the glaze, mix powdered sugar and lemon juice. Spread on hot muffins and return to the oven for another 5 minutes at 160 degrees.

   Required ingredients:

   • Powdered sugar: 1.5 tablespoon
   • Lemon juice: 10 ml