Easter. Did you know that it’s less than two weeks away? I just figured that out. March flew by. I think the fact that there’s still snow on the ground has me thinking that it can’t be time for Easter yet.
If you’re in the same boat as me and need an idea for what to do for your Easter brunch, I have an easy idea for you. . .mocha chip muffins!
Muffins are a great addition to brunch, because they’re easy to make and can be made the day before without losing flavor or freshness. These mocha chip muffins have a light coffee flavor and aren’t overly sweet.
One of my biggest dislikes of muffins is when they are oily and super sweet. These muffins are neither. They are simply tender, fluffy chocolate muffins infused with coffee and stuffed with chocolate chips.
I can’t think of a better way to start your morning. Unless of course you top said muffins with a coffee glaze and pair them with a freshly roasted and brewed cup of coffee!
Whether you need an idea for Easter brunch or are looking for a way to make it easier to get out of bed in the morning, these mocha chip muffins are your answer!
- 1 C white whole wheat flour
- 1 C all-purpose flour
- ⅓ C unsweetened baking cocoa
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ C butter, softened
- ⅓ C sugar
- ⅓ C brown sugar
- ½ C strongly brewed coffee, cooled
- ⅓ C milk
- ¼ C plain yogurt
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ C chocolate chips
- 1 C confectioner's sugar
- 1 tbsp strongly brewed coffee
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- Preheat oven to 375. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flours, unsweetened baking cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer or with an electric mixer, cream together butter and sugars. Beat in coffee, milk, yogurt, eggs, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and beat until just combined. Stir in chocolate chips.
- Fill each cup or cupcake liner about ¾ full. Bake for 13-15 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few crumbs.
- Remove to a wire rack to cool.
- While muffins are cooling, stir together ingredients for glaze until smooth.
- Dip the tops of the cooled muffins into the glaze. Allow glaze to harden and serve.
Lee says
These muffins look legit. I’m loving anything mocha lately 😉
Amanda Paa says
gah – i can’t believe easter is only two weeks away either! but these muffins make planning easy. and i love that they’re not too sweet as you mentioned. plus…. that glaze!
Joanne says
I’m in Easter denial as well…how did time fly so fast?! I’m always happy to nibble on some muffins, though. love the chocolate coffee combo!
Liz @ Floating Kitchen says
I am SO NOT ready for Easter. I keep forgetting how close it is. Mostly because I still have piles of snow here. So feels more like Christmas than Easter, that’s for sure! Love these muffins. Perfect morning treat with a cup of coffee!
Christie says
I love the mix of coffee and chocolate. Who can wait for Easter? I want one of these muffins right now.
Aimee @ ShugarySweets says
Two weeks. I’m not ready!! We have two birthdays in our house before then…so much to do 🙂 But first, I must make these muffins!
Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel says
These look totally drool-worthy, Jessica! The mixture of coffee and chocolate is such a winning one, and I cannot get over that divine glaze. Pinned!
Erin @ Miss Scrambled Egg says
When I first started working at Starbucks five years ago, I wasn’t allowed to request time off. This meant that I worked on holidays. Easter was one of the many holidays that I had to work; however, we were able to make breakfast in the back room on a griddle (which probably against standards). These would’ve been the perfect addition. Now, I have more of a say of when I can and can’t work, so I’ll surprise my hard-working holiday barista friends with this mocha chip muffins this year (and keep a few for myself of course).
Danae @ Recipe Runner says
Easter seems so early this year glad I wasn’t the only one who almost forgot about it! These muffins would be perfect to serve at brunch!
taylor @ greens & chocolate says
I can’t believe March is almost over, either! But if that means spring is closer, I’m okay with it 🙂 Also loving these muffins. They look perfect for Easter!
Kelsey @ Snacking Squirrel says
Heavenly mocha muffins. I love chocoalte and coffee together in baking. I usually make my espresso choc. chip muffins which are really good but im loving these you’ve made!!
Jessica @ Sweet Menu says
Aww how sweet are these muffins? I just love the drippy glaze – delish!
Emily @ Life on Food says
These look super decadent. I love a good muffin. Making a batch a week is so handy for breakfasts and snacks.
Liz says
Oh, yeah, these would be a delicious treat on Easter morning! Now that that’s settled, I better start thinking about the rest of the menu 🙂
Kristy @ Chocolate Slopes says
These would absolutely go perfectly in the morning with a cup of coffee! Or really any time of day or night!
Catherine says
Jessica, what a fabulous muffin! These sound wonderful. I would love one in the morning. xo, Catherine
Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough says
These are muffin perfection! Love the drippy glaze on top, too.
Cathleen @ A Taste Of Madness says
I love every and all things muffin! These look SO good! I need to make muffins with glaze more often!
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says
An extra does of caffeine in the morning is always a good thing! Love these!
Jessica says
Oooh! These are my kind of muffins, I love anything mocha! Pinned.
Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says
I agree! How is Easter here already?! Love these muffins. You can’t go wrong with a glaze like that!
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
These muffins look perfect! Love that drippy glaze!