Golden Marble Muffins

Here’s a recipe for Golden Marble Muffins—soft, moist, and beautifully swirled with vanilla and chocolate batter. Perfect for breakfast or a snack!

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Golden Marble Muffins Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ¼ tsp salt

• ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened

• ¾ cup (150 g) sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup (240 ml) milk

• 2 tbsp cocoa powder

• Optional: ½ cup (90 g) chocolate chips

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven:

   • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.

2. Mix dry ingredients:

   • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. Mix wet ingredients:

   • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

   • Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.

4. Combine wet and dry:

   • Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, mixing gently until smooth.

5. Prepare chocolate batter:

   • Scoop out about ¼ of the batter into a separate bowl. Mix in cocoa powder (and chocolate chips if using).

6. Create the marble effect:

   • Spoon dollops of vanilla and chocolate batter into muffin cups, alternating.

   • Swirl gently with a toothpick or skewer to create a marbled effect.

7. Bake:

   • Bake 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

8. Cool and serve:

   • Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

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💡 Tips:

• Don’t overmix after adding the flour—this keeps muffins light and fluffy.

• You can drizzle a little melted chocolate on top after baking for extra indulgence.

• Try adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth in the flavor.

If you want, I can also give a healthier golden marble muffin version using less sugar and whole wheat flour that’s still soft and swirly.

Do you want me to share that version?