Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let muffins cool slightly before decorating with detective-themed toppers or edible decorations.
Notes
- Decorate with edible magnifying glasses or detective symbols to enhance the mystery theme.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dessert, Snack
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 220 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
