Maltesers Muffins

Indulge your sweet tooth with these decadent Maltesers Muffins—a chocolate lover’s dream with a crunchy, malty twist! These fluffy and moist muffins are infused with the rich flavors of cocoa and buttermilk, with bursts of crushed Maltesers folded into every bite. Topped with whole Maltesers for an irresistible decorative crunch, they’re as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for breakfast treats, afternoon snacks, or party desserts, these muffins come together effortlessly in just 15 minutes of prep time. Bring joy to any occasion with this delightful combination of chocolatey goodness and iconic malted candy.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 50 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 240 milliliters buttermilk
• 100 grams unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 2 units large eggs
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 150 grams Maltesers, crushed lightly
• 50 grams Maltesers, for topping

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the crushed Maltesers, distributing them evenly through the batter.

Step 6

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.

Step 7

Top each muffin with a few whole Maltesers for a decorative crunch.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve and enjoy your delicious Maltesers Muffins with a cup of tea or as a sweet dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1116.2 grams (1116.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3640

Total Fat 158.00g	203%
Saturated Fat 93.20g	466%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 645mg	215%
Sodium 3389mg	147%
Total Carbohydrate 517.20g	188%
Dietary Fiber 27.50g	98%
Total Sugars 269.10g
Protein 69.10g	138%

Vitamin D 209IU	1043%
Calcium 727mg	56%
Iron 24mg	131%
Potassium 2098mg	45%

*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: 37.7%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 54.9%