These Paleo Chocolate Brownie Muffins are so easy to make and incredibly delicious! Rich, moist, and packed with chocolate. They are gluten free, dairy free, naturally sweetened, and loved by everyone!
Chocolate Brownie Muffins - Yes! These muffins are like a cross between a rich, dense brownie and a moist, tender muffin. The texture is absolutely perfect and they are not cakey or dry at all. They have cacao powder and chocolate chips which means double chocolate-y goodness. You will love them!
I love chocolate, but that has not always been the case. For many years I avoided any chocolate treat, would choose the chocolate free version of a cookie, and always choose muffins with berries instead of chocolate. Then I saw a muffin at a little breakfast shop that was double chocolate and for some reason I had to try it. Whoa! It was good. It made me realize I do like chocolate, it just has to be amazing. Not dry or flavorless or overcooked.
That's where the inspiration for these muffins came from. Now, of course, I eat grain free so there are no more muffins from the breakfast shop and I am okay with that. Homemade is always fun and knowing they are made with wholesome ingredients makes them even better!
I had to add this picture of my daughter. This is the face she gave me when I asked her to take a bite. She is not into treats 🙂
You will love how easy these are to make. The batter is mixed in one bowl and ready for the oven in just a few minutes. I always use parchment liners because paleo muffins tend to stick pretty bad and these peel off perfectly.
You will love these rich, sweet, chocolate-y muffins. They make a great snack or dessert. Enjoy!
Looking for more paleo muffins? Try these: Paleo Blueberry Muffins, Paleo Pecan Pie Muffins, and Paleo Pumpkin Muffins.
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Paleo Chocolate Brownie Muffins
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- ¼ cup cacao powder
- ¼ cup coconut sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup melted ghee
- ½ cup dairy free mini chocolate chips (plus additional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350° and line a muffin pan with 10 parchment liners. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine almond flour, cacao powder, coconut sugar, salt, and baking soda. Mix well. Add in the eggs, maple syrup, and ghee. Stir until well mixed and no dry spots remain. Fold in mini chocolate chips.
- Evenly divide mixture between the 10 muffin liners. Top with additional chocolate chips and press them in slightly. Bake for 18-20 minutes.
- Can be kept covered at room temperature for 2 days, after that they need to be refrigerated.
Nutrition Information
Beth says
My daughter cannot have any type of sugar besides honey or maple syrup. Would it be ok to leave the coconut sugar out completely? Thank you.
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Beth- that will work, but they won't be as sweet of course. You can replace it with maple sugar if you want. Hope you try them!
Nicole says
Can’t wait to make these! I’ve also been curious why coconut sugar is considered paleo as it seems a lot like regular sugar. Do you have any supplemental info you could share? Just curious. Thanks for sharing your recipes with us.
Jessica DeMay says
You're welcome, Nicole. Thanks for the kind question. It is unrefined and low glycemic. Here is more info: https://ultimatepaleoguide.com/is-coconut-sugarcoconut-nectar-paleo/
Hope that helps!
Gina says
Do you think these would freeze well? I just made a batch (they’re cooling now) but would like to save some for “emergencies” lol
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Gina- Yes, I think they would freeze great. Thanks for trying my recipe!
Eddie says
Delicious!
Thank you for sharing your recipe! I adore a healthy treat and these are perfect!
Jessica DeMay says
You're welcome! Thanks for trying them, Eddie!
Julie says
Hi Jessica,
Almond Flour doesn't exist in France.
what could i use instead please ?
this recipe looks amazing !
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Julie- I don't know for sure since I don't know what is available. Maybe a gluten free blend. You could try making sunflower seed flour by placing them in a processor until flour texture. Hope that helps!
Linda Domes says
My family and I absolutely love these muffins! Your daughter is adorable.
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Linda! I'm so glad you all like them. She is pretty sweet 🙂
Rebecca says
These look delicious! Wondering if there is something to substitute for coconut sugar?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Rebecca- not really. Using maple or honey will throw off the wet to dry ratio. Is there a reason you don't want to use coconut sugar?
Carissa says
i have these in the oven now and i'm super excited! I had to stop making your blondie bars because i inhale them!!!
keep 'em coming!
I'm so inspired by your recipes!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Carissa! I'm so glad you enjoy my recipes. I hope you love these muffins 🙂
Teri says
Can I use coconut oil instead of ghee? I have everything to make these except ghee. Your daughter is cute?I love your recipes,you should make a cookbook.
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Teri- yes, coconut oil will work great. Thank you for the kind words. I would love to write a book someday 🙂
Mary says
Do you think I can substitute apple sauce for the sugar?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Mary, I don't think that would work because they would come out too wet.