Bakery-Style Chocolate Chip Muffins – These tender, fluffy muffins are loaded with melty chocolate chips and have that perfect, bakery-worthy dome. Easy to make and sure to impress, they’re ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat anytime.

You know those muffins you get at a bakery that are perfectly fluffy, with big, rounded tops and just the right amount of sweetness? Well, that’s exactly what we’re going for with these Bakery-Style Chocolate Chip Muffins. They’re soft, moist, and packed with melty chocolate chips.

 

What really makes these stand out is that bakery-style lift—the secret’s all in starting with a high oven temperature, which helps the muffins puff up like those you’d grab from your favorite cafe. It’s the difference between a regular muffin and that “wow” factor you can’t resist when you see them behind the glass

These are the kind of muffins you want to make for lazy weekend mornings or when you need something special to bring to brunch. They’re super easy to whip up, but they feel indulgent, like a treat you’d normally have to go out for.

And if chocolate chip muffins aren’t your thing (though I find that hard to believe!), you can easily swap the chocolate for blueberries to make Bakery-Style Blueberry Muffins or try a classic Buttermilk Muffin. It’s like having your own personal bakery at home, and who wouldn’t love that

Why You’ll Love These Bakery Chocolate Chip Muffins

• Moist and Fluffy Texture: Thanks to a blend of canola oil, butter, and milk, these muffins are super moist without being dense.
• Simple Ingredients: Made with pantry staples like flour, eggs, and baking powder, there’s nothing fancy here—just classic ingredients that work every time.
• No Stand Mixer Needed: You can easily whip up the batter by hand, keeping things simple and fuss-free.
• Chocolate in Every Bite: With 2 full cups of mini chocolate chips folded into the batter and sprinkled on top, you’ll get chocolatey goodness in every mouthful.

What You’ll Need

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• All-Purpose Flour
• Granulated Sugar
• Baking Powder
• Baking Soda
• Salt
• Eggs
• Milk
• Canola Oil 
• Butter
• Vanilla Extract 
• Mini Chocolate Chips

How To Make Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Muffins

• Prep the Muffin Tin: Line a muffin tin with liners, leaving every other spot empty to give the muffins room to rise.
• Mix the Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl, then toss in the chocolate chips.
• Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, oil, melted butter, and vanilla.
• Combine Wet and Dry: Gently stir the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined; the batter will be thick!
• Rest the Batter: Let the thick batter sit for about 15 minutes while you preheat the oven to 425º F.
• Fill the Muffin Tin: Scoop the batter into the liners, filling them generously, and sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top.
• Bake in Stages: Bake at 425º F for 7 minutes, then reduce the heat to 350º F and bake for another 14-16 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
• Cool: Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Recipe Tips & Tricks

• Don’t Open the Oven Door: It’s tempting to check, but opening the oven can cause the muffins to lose that initial rise and collapse. Let them bake undisturbed for best results.
• For a Better Rise: By leaving every other cup in the muffin tin empty, you allow more airflow and space for the muffins to expand, creating that classic bakery-style dome.
• Use Mini Chocolate Chips: Smaller chocolate chips distribute more evenly throughout the batter. This way, every bite has a bit of chocolate without sinking to the bottom.
• Don’t Overmix: Stir the wet and dry ingredients until just combined. Overmixing can lead to dense muffins instead of the light, fluffy texture you want.
• Room Temperature Ingredients Work Bes: Make sure your eggs, milk, and melted butter are at room temperature before mixing for a smoother, more cohesive batter.
• Try Adding Mix-Ins: Want to switch things up? Add in chopped nuts, dried fruit, or even a dash of cinnamon to make these muffins your own.

More Muffin Recipes

• Cinnamon Muffins
• Buttermilk Muffins
• Apple Cinnamon Muffins
• Monkey Bread Muffins
• Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

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