The Best Chocolate Chip Muffins

Once you try this recipe, there's no going back. You will never want to try another chocolate chip muffin recipe again. This recipe is one of my all time favorites. It's moist and has the best flavor you could wish for in a chocolate chip muffin. It's perfect for quick grab and go breakfast or snacks when you're in a hurry or don't want to spend a lot of time cooking. It is seriously so delicious.

This recipe has been in the family since I was a little girl. I have memories of my mother baking these muffins and all of us kids devouring them within days because of how good they were. To this day I will still make them and enjoy them, especially in the mornings for breakfast. It's the perfect balance of sweetness and yet still soft and subtle in flavor.

Below are the ingredients you will need to bake these muffins:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 2/3 cup sugar

• 3/4 teaspoon baking powder

• 3/4 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1 egg

• 1 cup sour cream

• 5 tablespoons butter, melted

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 3/4 cup milk chocolate chips

To make these muffins you will need to do the following:

• Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Line muffin pan with liners

• In a large bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

• In a separate bowl combine the egg, sour cream, butter, and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in chips

• Fill liners three-fourths full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.

You can use any type of chocolate chip to your liking, but I always use milk chocolate as I find it gives it a better flavor. These muffins would be paired best with a glass of cold milk. If you always want your muffins tasting fresh like they just came out of the oven, you can either pop them in the microwave for 10-15 second or in the oven at a very low temperature for a few minutes.

Because these muffins are so delicious there are substitutions you can use for some of the ingredients. If you are dairy free, use plant based butter or dairy free milk. If you're Gluten-free, use a gluten free flour blend. If you're vegan, swap the eggs for chia eggs. Note: This may change the texture or taste of the muffins.

If you are looking for a healthier alternative, you can swap the all- purpose flour for whole wheat flour for more fiber. You can also add ground flaxseeds or chia seeds for additional nutrition. Note: This may change the texture or taste of the muffins.

This recipe is simple enough and could even be a fun activity to do with your children. These muffins have such a nostalgic value and truly hit the perfect balance of sweetness and comfort. This is my go to and might even become yours once you try it.