Rich and decadent cappuccino muffins with a delightful combination of chocolate and cranberries.

These cappuccino muffins are the perfect treat for coffee lovers. With a moist and fluffy texture, they are infused with the flavors of coffee, chocolate, and cranberries. These muffins make for a great breakfast or an afternoon snack. Try them with a cup of hot coffee for the ultimate indulgence. They are easy to make and will surely impress your friends and family.

Ingredients

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ cup brewed coffee, cooled
• ½ cup milk
• ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
• ½ cup dried cranberries

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Mix in the brewed coffee and milk until well combined.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just incorporated.
7. Fold in the chocolate chips and dried cranberries, being careful not to overmix the batter.
8. Using an ice cream scoop or a spoon, divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
9. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
10. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Serve the cappuccino muffins with a dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.

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