How To Make Those Viral Olympic Chocolate Muffins
One of the biggest stars of the Olympic Village isn’t an athlete but a decadent dessert: the Olympic Chocolate Muffin. These rich, chocolate-filled treats have captured the hearts (and taste buds) of athletes and fans alike, with many calling them a must-try post-performance indulgence.
The buzz began when Norwegian swimmer Henrik Christiansen gave the muffins a glowing review, sparking interest from other athletes, including Team USA’s Stephen Nedoroscik and Ariana Ramsey. “I had one. It was pretty good, I will say,” USA swimmer Erin Gemmell shared with People. “So whatever they have in the middle could, like, change lives.”
The muffins, crafted by French food producer Coup de Pates, feature a rich dark chocolate ganache center and are topped with a mix of dark and milk chocolate chunks. These indulgent treats quickly gained popularity among the athletes, with many sharing their experiences online. USA rower Liam Corrigan humorously recounted his first encounter: “I saw the muffins. It was breakfast, I was like, ‘Oh, a muffin. It’s not the healthiest but it’s not so bad.’ And then I opened it up and it’s more of a molten lava cake-slash-muffin. And at that point I felt a little bad, like, ‘I probably shouldn’t be eating this before the race.'”
The muffins’ rise to fame has gone beyond the Olympic Village, sparking a wave of interest among the general public. Fans and foodies alike have been eager to replicate the muffins at home, leading to widespread recipe searches. Food content creator Jordan Howlett took on the challenge, and after three days and four phone calls, he successfully tracked down the recipe, allowing everyone to enjoy a taste of the Olympics from their own kitchens.
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Olympic Chocolate Muffins Recipe
Ingredients:
- For the muffins:
- ¾ cup milk
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tsp instant coffee
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup chocolate chunks
- 1 stick of butter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup chocolate chunks, for topping
- For the filling:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup chocolate chunks
- Pinch of salt
Directions:
- For the muffins:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and prepare your muffin tin.
- In a saucepan, simmer the milk, water, and coffee.
- Add cocoa powder, butter, and chocolate chunks to the saucepan, stirring until melted.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl to cool.
- In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- To the cooled mixture, add sugars, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Mix well.
- Gradually fold in the flour mixture and the remaining chocolate chunks.
- Distribute the batter into the muffin tin and top with additional chocolate chunks.
- Bake for approximately 24 minutes.
- For the filling:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the cream, chocolate chunks, and salt.
- Let the mixture cool slightly, then use a piping bag to fill the centers of each muffin with the ganache.
The Olympic Chocolate Muffins are a testament to the universal love for chocolate and the power of a well-made dessert to transcend borders, becoming a shared experience among athletes and fans alike. Whether you’re watching the games or just looking to indulge, these muffins are sure to be a hit in any setting.
