Marble Chocolate Muffins
Soft, Moist & Beautifully Swirled
Introduction
Marble Chocolate Muffins bring together the best of both worlds—rich chocolate and sweet vanilla—in one irresistible bake. With their elegant swirls and tender crumb, these muffins are perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert, and they always look bakery-worthy
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 large eggs (room temperature)
½ cup whole milk
½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons hot water
Optional: ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, sour cream, butter, and vanilla until smooth.
Gently fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.
In a small bowl, mix cocoa powder with hot water until smooth.
How to Make
Transfer one-third of the vanilla batter into the cocoa mixture.
Stir until fully chocolatey.
Spoon vanilla batter into muffin cups, followed by chocolate batter.
Repeat layering until cups are about ¾ full.
Use a toothpick to gently swirl the batters—do not overmix.
Bake for 18–22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Variations
Double Chocolate: Add chocolate chips to both batters.
Peanut Butter Swirl: Swirl peanut butter into vanilla batter instead of cocoa.
Orange Chocolate: Add orange zest for a bright citrus note.
Nutty Marble: Top with chopped walnuts or hazelnuts.
Healthier Version: Use reduced sugar and whole wheat flour.
Tips
Swirl gently to keep clear marble patterns.
Use room-temperature ingredients for a smooth batter.
Do not overmix or muffins will be dense.
Fill muffin cups evenly for uniform baking.
Let muffins cool slightly before removing liners.
Nutrition (Per Muffin – Approximate)
Calories: 245 kcal
Fat: 11 g
Carbohydrates: 32 g
Protein: 4 g
Sugar: 16 g
Healthy Benefits
Cocoa may improve mood and focus.
Dairy adds calcium and protein.
Homemade muffins avoid artificial preservatives.
Pre-portioned treats help with mindful eating.
Can be easily adapted to healthier ingredients.
Conclusion
Marble Chocolate Muffins are a true crowd-pleaser—beautiful to look at and even better to eat. With their soft texture and balanced flavors, they’re a must-have recipe for anyone who loves baking with style and simplicity.
