This Double Chocolate Chip Muffins recipe is only 150 calories per muffin. It's loaded with cocoa and chocolate chips - a real treat for chocolate lovers!
Heat oven to 375°F. Grease 12 muffin cups or line with baking cups.
In a large bowl, whisk the dry ingredients together: the flours cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon
In another large bowl, mix the wet ingredients together: the milk, egg, applesauce, maple syrup and vanilla extract.
Slowly pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix together without over-mixing. Fold in the chocolate chips.
Spoon the mixture into the prepared muffin tin filling all the way to the top. It will fill 12 muffin cups.
Bake for 25 to 28 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool for a few minutes before removing from pan. Serve warm.
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Notes
Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container with a paper towel under them to absorb any moisture. They will last about 4-5 days in the fridge. You can also freeze the muffins for up to 3 months. Substitutes: For best results, follow the recipe as is. However here are some common substitutes that would work well in this recipe.
Instead of regular milk, you can use any plant-based milk.
Substitute the egg for a flax egg to make it vegan.
To make this gluten-free, use an all-purpose gluten-free flour mix. Do not substitute only almond flour or only coconut flour.
Replace maple syrup with any other liquid sweetener.