Chocolate Blueberry Muffins

4 servings

40 minutes

Chocolate blueberry muffins are a charming combination of rich chocolate flavor and fresh berry tartness. This recipe is inspired by American cuisine, where muffins have long been a symbol of home comfort and culinary experiments. The soft, airy texture of the batter, filled with the aroma of cocoa and vanilla, is harmoniously complemented by juicy berries soaked in sweet syrup. Each serving is a small delight, perfect for a cozy evening with a cup of tea or coffee. Blueberries not only add brightness to the dessert but also make it healthier due to their antioxidant properties. Easy to prepare, these muffins are great for family breakfasts as well as festive treats. Enjoy their velvety texture and refined blend of sweetness and freshness!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 350.3
• Proteins: 7g
• Fats: 13.3g
• Carbohydrates: 48.9g

Ingredients

• Blueberry: 250 g
• Sugar: 100 g
• Wheat flour: 40 g
• Flour with baking powder: 50 g
• Milk: 2 tbsp
• Cocoa: 2 tbsp
• Vanilla extract: 0.5 tsp
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Vegetable oil: 1 tbsp
• Water: 60 ml
• Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
• Olive oil: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Bake for 25 minutes. Let cool slightly without removing the cupcakes from the molds (5 minutes). Then, carefully separate the batter from the edges of the molds with a knife and remove the cupcakes. Leave to cool completely.

2. Mix water with the remaining sugar and cook, stirring, over low heat until the sugar is completely dissolved. Then bring to a boil and cook for another minute. Add the remaining blueberries and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Remove from heat and mix with lemon juice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Water: 60 ml
   • Sugar: 100 g
   • Blueberry: 250 g
   • Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon

3. Place the berries with syrup on the surface of the cupcakes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Blueberry: 250 g

4. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease 4 muffin cups of 150 ml capacity with olive oil. Mix half of the blueberries with 1 tablespoon of sugar in a bowl and distribute into the prepared cups.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
   • Blueberry: 250 g
   • Sugar: 100 g

5. Sift the flour with cocoa powder. Add milk, egg, vegetable oil, vanilla, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Mix thoroughly. Pour the batter into molds over the blueberries and smooth the surface.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 40 g
   • Flour with baking powder: 50 g
   • Milk: 2 tablespoons
   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon
   • Vanilla extract: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Cocoa: 2 tablespoons
   • Sugar: 100 g
   • Blueberry: 250 g