Some mornings feel a little slower in the best way, like when the kitchen is quiet, the light is soft, and you find yourself baking something simple just because you can. These Strawberry and Strawberry Muffins are perfect for mornings like that. To make them extra special I added Cacao Nibs because you all know how much I love chocolate! The batter is soft and slightly sweet with subtle strawberries flavor and just enough richness from the jam and butter to make them feel like a small treat.

You don’t need to over-think these. Just simple ingredients, one bowl, and a quiet moment in the kitchen while they bake.

Why you’ll love these

• Soft, tender texture with a light crumb
• Fresh berries in every bite
• Subtle strawberry-chocolate flavor
• *Cacao nibs for a slight crunch and added sweetness
• Easy enough for everyday mornings

Watch me make these muffins HERE!

Tips for the best muffins

• *make sure to use SWEETENED cacao nibs
• Use a strawberry Whey protein powder – I use this one.
• Toss strawberries in a little flour before folding in
• Don’t over mix the batter
• Fill muffin cups nearly full for a soft dome
• Add a sliced strawberry and a few cacao nibs to the muffin top prior to baking

Chocolate Chip Strawberry Muffins

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Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 scoop of Strawberry Protein Powder
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/2 cup strawberry jam
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup whole milk Ricotta cheese
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
• 1/3 cup Cacao Nibs (folded in and/or sprinkled on top)
• 1 or 2 tbsp strawberry jam - to swirl

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Whisk dry ingredients: flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt.
3. In another bowl mix wet ingredients: eggs, yogurt, milk, vanilla, melted butter.
4. Combine wet and dry - don't over mix.
5. Mix jam with sliced strawberries and cacao nibs.
6. Fold into wet/dry ingredient mixture. Don't over mix.
7. Spoon mixture into muffin containers
8. Add a slice of strawberry or extra cacao nibs to the top of each muffin if you'd like.
9. Bake 18-20 minutes.
10. Cool before eating.

Notes

You can make these muffins with one cup Ricotta or divide with whole milk Greek yogurt.