Sourdough Chocolate Chip Muffins

There’s something so special about simple, homemade recipes — the kind you can make with ingredients you already have in your kitchen, while little hands “help” beside you.

These sourdough chocolate chip muffins have quickly become a favorite in our home. They’re soft, slightly tangy from the sourdough starter, and perfectly sweet with rich chocolate in every bite. I love that they bring together comfort and nourishment in such an easy way.

Whether you’re using up extra sourdough starter or just want a cozy treat for your family, this recipe is one you’ll come back to again and again. It’s simple, forgiving, and perfect for busy days.

Preheat oven to 425°F

Wet Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar

• 1/2 cup coconut oil

• 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract

• 1/2 cup sourdough starter

• 3/4 cup Greek yogurt

• 1/4 cup milk

• 2 eggs

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1/2 tsp baking soda

• 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, add all the wet ingredients.

Mix everything really well until smooth and combined.

2. Add in the flour and baking soda.

Gently incorporate until fully mixed.

3. Fold in the chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.

4. Pour the batter into muffin liners or a greased muffin tin, filling each about 3/4 full.

5. Bake:

• 5 minutes at 425°F

• Then reduce heat to 350°F and bake for 15–18 minutes

6. Allow the muffins to cool before enjoying.

These muffins are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a little afternoon treat with coffee. They’re soft, rich, and have that beautiful depth of flavor that only sourdough can bring.

A Little Encouragement 🤍

If you’ve been wanting to start your sourdough journey but feel intimidated, I completely understand — I was there too.

If you’d like a simple, step-by-step way to make your own sourdough starter from scratch, I created a beginner-friendly ebook that walks you through the whole process in a very approachable way.

No pressure at all, but it’s there for you if you feel ready to start 🤍