Holiday Surprise Muffins

Delight your taste buds this season with Holiday Surprise Muffins, the perfect festive treat that combines the warmth of aromatic spices, the tangy chew of dried cranberries or raisins, and the sweet decadence of semi-sweet chocolate chips. These moist and fluffy muffins are quick to whip up, taking only 15 minutes to prepare and just 20 minutes to bake. The surprise? A hidden burst of chocolate in the center of each muffin and an optional drizzle of white chocolate for an elegant holiday touch. Perfect for holiday breakfasts, brunches, or dessert tables, these muffins are a crowd-pleaser that marries classic holiday flavors with a modern twist. Whether enjoyed warm or at room temperature, each bite feels like a celebration of the season!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 0.75 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup dried cranberries or raisins
• 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.25 cup white chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups lightly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be lumpy.

Step 5

Fold in the dried cranberries or raisins and semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 6

Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full. For an extra surprise, press 2-3 additional chocolate chips into the center of each muffin.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

If desired, melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the cooled muffins for a festive touch.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the joy of the holiday surprise inside each muffin!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1059.5 grams (1059.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3576

Total Fat 150.40g	193%
Saturated Fat 88.90g	445%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 654mg	218%
Sodium 2378mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 534.20g	194%
Dietary Fiber 19.80g	71%
Total Sugars 316.00g
Protein 51.20g	102%

Vitamin D 161IU	803%
Calcium 446mg	34%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 858mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.6%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 57.8%