Best 3 Chocolate Swirl Muffin Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our exquisite Chocolate Swirl Muffin Cake, a harmonious blend of rich chocolate and tender crumbly muffin batter. This all-in-one recipe combines the best of both worlds, offering a moist and fluffy muffin with a decadent chocolate swirl that creates an irresistible marbled effect. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat, this muffin cake is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Along with the classic Chocolate Swirl Muffin Cake, this article presents a collection of enticing variations that cater to different tastes and dietary preferences. Embark on a culinary adventure as you explore these delightful recipes:

- **Double Chocolate Chip Swirl Muffin Cake:** Elevate your chocolate experience with an extra dose of indulgence. This variation incorporates both semisweet and milk chocolate chips into the batter, resulting in a symphony of chocolate flavors and a textural delight.

- **Peanut Butter Swirl Muffin Cake:** Experience the irresistible combination of chocolate and peanut butter in this delectable creation. A swirl of creamy peanut butter adds a nutty richness that perfectly complements the chocolate, creating a harmonious balance of flavors.

- **Marble Swirl Muffin Cake:** Experience the timeless elegance of a classic marble cake, transformed into a muffin cake. This variation features a stunning swirl of vanilla and chocolate batters, resulting in a visually appealing and equally delicious treat.

- **Red Velvet Swirl Muffin Cake:** Indulge in the decadence of red velvet and chocolate in this captivating creation. A vibrant red velvet batter is swirled with rich chocolate, creating a stunning visual and a flavor combination that will tantalize your taste buds.

- **Funfetti Swirl Muffin Cake:** Bring a touch of whimsy and cheer to your day with this playful variation. A swirl of colorful sprinkles adds a festive touch to the classic chocolate swirl muffin cake, making it a perfect choice for celebrations or simply spreading joy.

Each variation offers a unique flavor profile and visual appeal, ensuring that there's a perfect muffin cake for every occasion and preference. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey filled with chocolatey goodness and delightful surprises.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE SWIRL MUFFIN CAKE



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This cake is so awesome! It's bound to fix your chocolate craving.

Provided by Leslie Speed Dutton @leslieann1968

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 9

FILLING
1 cup(s) semi sweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup(s) whipping cream
1 teaspoon(s) vanilla
CAKE
2 box(es) betty crocker® chocolate chip premium muffin mix
1 1/3 cup(s) water
1/2 cup(s) vegetable oil
4 - eggs

Steps:

  • 1Heat oven to 375°F. Generously grease 12-cup fluted tube cake pan.
  • 2In 2-quart saucepan, cook all filling ingredients over medium-low heat 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until smooth. Remove 1/3 cup filling for glaze; set aside. Freeze remaining filling 15 minutes until thick like pudding.
  • 3Meanwhile, in large bowl, stir together all cake ingredients. Spoon half the batter into pan. Remove filling from freezer. Carefully spoon filling in center of batter to within 1/2 inch of pan edges. Spoon remaining batter over filling.
  • 4Bake 50 to 65 minutes or until top springs back when touched. Cool 15 minutes. Remove from pan to wire rack. Spoon reserved 1/3 cup filling on cake to glaze. (If too thick, microwave filling on High 10 to 15 seconds using microwavable small bowl.) Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Expert Tips Wrap cake tightly and store in the fridge for up to a week or freeze up to 3 months.

CHOCOLATE SWIRL MUFFINS



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Very GOOD, made it for a potluck party....WAS A BIG HIT! Tastes BETTER the day after.....REALLY WOW!

Provided by seashells63

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h10m

Yield 1 cake, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 (16 1/2 ounce) boxes betty crocker chocolate chip muffin mix (premium)
1 1/3 cups water
1/2 cup canola oil
4 large eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375° F, Generously grease 12-cup fluted tube cake pan.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, cook all filling ingredients over medium-low heat 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until smooth.
  • Remove 1/3 cup filing for glaze; set aside.
  • Freeze remaining filling 15 minutes until thick like pudding.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, stir together all cake ingredients.
  • Spoon half the batter into pan.
  • Remove filling from freezer, carefully spoon filling in center of batter to within 1/2-inch of pan edges.
  • Spoon remaining batter over filling.
  • Bake 50- 65 minutes or until top springs back when touched.
  • Cool 15 minutes.
  • Remove from pan to wire rack.
  • Spoon reserved 1/3 cup filling on cake to glaze, (if too thick, microwave filling on High 10- 15 seconds using microwavable small bowl).
  • Cool completely, about one hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.1, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 68.2, Sodium 23.3, Carbohydrate 7.1, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 5.9, Protein 2.2

CHOCOLATE GLAZED CHOCOLATE CAKE



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Thank goodness it isn't a dream! Chocolate in four forms, including Betty Crocker® cake mix, makes this dessert extra chocolaty-and extra delicious.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ butter recipe chocolate cake mix
3/4 cup chocolate milk
1/3 cup butter, melted
3 eggs
1 container (8 oz) sour cream
1 package (4-serving size) chocolate fudge instant pudding and pie filling mix
1 bag (12 oz) semisweet chocolate chips (2 cups)
3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 1/2 teaspoons water

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Generously grease and lightly flour 12-cup fluted tube cake pan, or spray with baking spray with flour.
  • In large bowl, mix cake mix, chocolate milk, butter, eggs, sour cream and dry pudding mix with spoon until well blended (batter will be very thick). Stir in chocolate chips. Spoon into pan.
  • Bake 56 to 64 minutes or until top springs back when touched lightly in center. Cool 10 minutes in pan. Turn pan upside down onto cooling rack or heatproof serving plate; remove pan. Cool completely, about 2 hours.
  • In 1-quart saucepan, heat glaze ingredients over low heat, stirring frequently, until chocolate chips are melted and mixture is smooth. Drizzle over cake. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 390 mg, Sugar 34 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality baking ingredients, especially the chocolate, to ensure the best flavor.
  • Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature before mixing them with the other ingredients. This will help the batter come together more easily and produce a more tender cake.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the muffin cups. This will help ensure that all of the muffins are the same size and cook evenly.
  • Bake the muffins at the recommended temperature and for the specified amount of time. Overbaking can result in dry, crumbly muffins.
  • Let the muffins cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This will help prevent them from breaking apart.
  • If you're making the chocolate swirl, be sure to use a thick, high-quality chocolate sauce. This will help prevent the chocolate from sinking to the bottom of the muffins.

Conclusion:

Chocolate swirl muffin cake is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist, tender crumb and rich chocolate flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this chocolate swirl muffin cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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