Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
75 g

unsalted butter

75 g

milk chocolate

broken into pieces

75 g

granulated sugar

2 unit

eggs

lightly beaten

75 g

self raising flour

sifted

125 g

milk chocolate

broken into pieces

50 ml

double cream

1 tbsp

instant coffee granules

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan/Gas Mark 4).

Step 2
~3 min

Line a 6-hole muffin tin with muffin cases.

Step 3
~3 min

Place the butter and 75g milk chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water until melted, ensuring the bowl does not touch the water.

Step 4
~3 min

Remove the bowl from the heat and stir in the granulated sugar.

Step 5
~3 min

Gradually beat in the eggs using a wooden spoon.

Step 6
~3 min

Fold in the self-raising flour until smoothly combined.

Step 7
~3 min

Spoon the mixture into the muffin cases, filling each halfway.

Step 8
~3 min

To make the ganache, place the remaining chocolate, double cream, and instant coffee granules in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, ensuring the bowl does not touch the water.

Step 9
~3 min

Once the chocolate has melted, remove from the heat, stir thoroughly, and allow to cool slightly.

Step 10
~3 min

Spoon a teaspoon of the ganache into each muffin case, then top with the remaining muffin mixture.

Step 11
~3 min

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the muffins are springy to the touch.

Step 12
~3 min

Transfer the muffins to a wire rack.

Step 13
~3 min

While the muffins are hot, top each with the remaining ganache, smoothing it with a round-bladed knife.

Step 14
~3 min

Serve warm or cold.

Step 15
~3 min

Store the muffins in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Do not overmix the batter for a tender muffin.

Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1 day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a glass of milk or coffee.

Enjoy as a snack or dessert.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Fresh berries

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United Kingdom

Cultural Significance

Common in British baking.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Birthday parties

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Dessert
Snack

Popularity Score

70/100

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