Best 2 Chocolate Chip Carrot Cake Muffins Recipes

Indulge in the delectable fusion of chocolate and carrot in our remarkable Chocolate Chip Carrot Cake Muffins. These moist and tender muffins are a harmonious blend of classic carrot cake flavors and rich chocolate chips, offering a unique and irresistible taste experience. Each bite reveals a symphony of flavors and textures, from the moist carrot cake base to the bursts of sweet chocolate. Whether you're a chocolate lover or a carrot cake enthusiast, these muffins are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With our detailed and easy-to-follow recipe, you can effortlessly create these delectable treats in the comfort of your own kitchen.

In addition to the classic Chocolate Chip Carrot Cake Muffins, this article presents a collection of equally tempting variations to cater to diverse preferences and dietary restrictions. Craving a gluten-free option? Try our delectable Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Carrot Cake Muffins, which offer the same delightful flavors without compromising on texture. For those with a sweet tooth, our Chocolate Chip Carrot Cake Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting provide an extra layer of creamy indulgence. And for a healthier twist, our Carrot Cake Muffins with Greek Yogurt offer a guilt-free indulgence without sacrificing taste.

Explore the versatility of carrot cake muffins with our curated selection of recipes, each promising a unique culinary adventure. Whether you prefer classic flavors, gluten-free options, or healthier alternatives, this article has something for every muffin enthusiast.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHOCOLATE CHIP CARROT CAKE MUFFINS

Chocolate Chip Carrot Cake Muffins image

A regular carrot cake muffin with melted chocolate added to the mix.

Provided by skylarb

Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Muffin Recipes Chocolate Muffin Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
1 cup shredded coconut
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded carrots
1 ½ cups oil
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple
3 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 (6 ounce) package chocolate chips, or to taste

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups or line with paper liners.
Whisk flour, sugar, coconut, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt together in a large bowl; add carrots, oil, pineapple, eggs, and vanilla extract and mix until batter is evenly combined. Fold chocolate chips into batter; spoon into the prepared muffin cups.
Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean, 15 to 30 minutes. Cool muffins for 20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 125.9 mg, Sugar 23.5 g

CHOCOLATE CHIP CARROT CAKE MUFFINS (SMALL BATCH)

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Most recipes will make 12 muffins and I really can't eat that many! This recipe is for Chocolate chip carrot cake muffins, something different and great for chocolate lovers that maybe live alone or with a spouse or want to take a nice little gift to a lonely neighbor. Add coffee or tea and some fresh fruit for a basket for a...

Provided by Catherine Thompson Floyd

Categories Muffins

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

MUFFINS
1/2 c plus 1 tbsp all purpose flour
3 Tbsp sugar
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/8 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp cinnamon, ground
3 Tbsp semisweet chocolate chips, chopped
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
2 Tbsp egg, well beaten
3 Tbsp pineapple, crushed, canned, very well drained
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/3 c carrots, grated
3 Tbsp walnuts, chopped
2-3 Tbsp raisins, or to taste
CREAM CHEESE GLAZE
1 oz cream cheese, room temp
1/2 c confectioner's sugar, sifted
2 tsp pineapple juice (reserved from drained pineapple)

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line 3 cups of jumbo muffin pan (3/4 cup capacity) with paper liners or lightly butter the bottoms of the cups and then rub a little bit of butter around the rim of each cup to help the muffins form a nice rounded top. Set aside. (or 4 to 5 regular size muffin cups)
2. Place flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon in a bowl and blend to mix the ingredients thoroughly. Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the mixture and blend. Transfer this mixture to a bowl and make a well in the center of the mixture.
3. Place the oil, egg and vanilla in a bow and blend. Mix in the carrots, pineapple, walnuts and raisins. Pour this mixture into the center of the flour mixture and stir just until the dry ingredients are moistened. Don't over mix, please!
4. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, dividing it evenly. Fill the empty muffin cups with water halfway, which prevents scorching. Bake the muffins approximately 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
5. Cool 5 minutes, carefully remove muffins and water from tin. Cool muffins completely. Drizzle tops with cream cheese glaze, if desired, but they are great without the glaze!
6. For cream cheese glaze, just mix cream cheese, confectioner's sugar and pineapple juice to desired consistency, smooth and creamy.

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh carrots. Grating them by hand will yield the best texture.
If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
Be sure to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help the muffins rise properly.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can lead to tough muffins.
Fill the muffin cups only about ⅔ full. This will help prevent them from overflowing in the oven.
Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Conclusion:

These chocolate chip carrot cake muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're moist, flavorful, and packed with chocolate chips and carrots. Plus, they're a great way to use up any leftover carrots you may have. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these muffins a try!