Creating Keto Chocolate Cream Cheese Muffins is simple and enjoyable when you follow these steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with non-stick spray.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Combine Sweetener: In a separate large bowl, add erythritol and mix it with the eggs until combined and slightly frothy.
4. Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the melted coconut oil and vanilla extract into the egg mixture until smooth.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
6. Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In another bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with a spoon until smooth. If desired, you can add a sweetener to taste here.
7. Fill Muffin Tins: Pour half of the muffin batter into each muffin cup, followed by a dollop of the cream cheese mixture, then top with the remaining batter.
8. Add Chocolate Chips: If using, sprinkle sugar-free chocolate chips on top before baking.
9. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. You can test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
10. Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

By following these detailed steps, you’ll ensure the best possible results for deliciously moist and flavorful muffins.