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Chocolate Veggie Muffins Recipe

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  • Author: Simon
  • Total Time: 24 minutes
  • Yield: 24 mini muffins 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Chocolate Veggie Muffins cleverly combine nutritious spinach and ripe bananas with rich cocoa for a delicious, healthy treat that’s perfect for breakfast or a snack. Moist and chocolatey with melty chocolate chips, these muffins are a sneaky way to enjoy veggies in a tasty baked good.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 2 bananas (mashed)
  • 2 eggs

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder

Veggies & Flavor

  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it reaches the perfect baking temperature while you prepare the batter.
  2. Blend Ingredients: Add mashed bananas, eggs, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and fresh spinach into a blender. Blend everything until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined, ensuring the spinach is fully incorporated for a uniform texture.
  3. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Transfer the batter to a mixing bowl and gently fold in the chocolate chips, distributing them evenly without overmixing to maintain a tender muffin texture.
  4. Prepare Muffin Pan: Spray a mini muffin pan with non-stick spray to prevent sticking. Scoop the batter into each muffin cup, filling about 3/4 full for optimal rise and shape.
  5. Bake: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 12-14 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a muffin; if it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, the muffins are ready.

Notes

  • You can substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend if desired.
  • For a vegan version, replace eggs with flax eggs and use dairy-free chocolate chips.
  • Mini muffins bake faster than regular sized, so keep an eye on the baking time to avoid overbaking.
  • Try adding nuts or dried fruit for extra texture and flavor variations.
  • Ensure spinach is fresh for the best flavor and nutrient content.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 14 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Chocolate Muffins, Veggie Muffins, Spinach Muffins, Healthy Muffins, Banana Muffins, Kid-friendly snacks

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