Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Line muffin tins with paper cups or lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
  3. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, egg, 1/3 cup sugar and 1/8 teaspoon salt until light and fluffy.
  4. Stir in the chocolate chips and set aside.
  5. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, 1 cup sugar, cocoa, baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  6. Make a well in the center and add the water, oil, vinegar and vanilla.
  7. Stir together until well blended.
  8. Fill muffin tins 1/3 full with the batter and top with a dollop of the cream cheese mixture.
  9. Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes.