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Chocolate Spinach Muffins Recipe

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Delicious and nutritious Chocolate Spinach Muffins that blend ripe bananas, fresh spinach, and rich cocoa for a sweet treat packed with hidden greens. These moist, chocolatey muffins are perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack, incorporating Greek yogurt and whole wheat flour for added protein and fiber.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 3 very ripe bananas
  • 2 large handfuls baby spinach
  • 3 tablespoons milk (almond milk or regular)
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons oil

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup white whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ⅔ cup cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt

Add-ins

  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F to prepare for baking the muffins.
  2. Blend Spinach and Bananas: Combine milk, ripe bananas, and baby spinach in a high-powered blender. Blend until the mixture is mostly smooth, allowing a few small lumps for texture. Transfer this mixture to a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Crack an egg into the bowl and stir lightly to whisk. Add sugar, vanilla extract, oil, and Greek yogurt to the mixture. Stir everything well to combine evenly.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate small bowl, combine the white whole wheat flour, baking soda, cocoa powder, and sea salt. Stir these dry ingredients together to distribute evenly.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mix into the wet mixture, folding gently to combine without overmixing. Then fold in the dark chocolate chips, reserving some to sprinkle on top of the muffins if desired.
  6. Prepare Muffin Tin: Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners. Spoon the batter evenly into each cup, filling nearly to the top. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on each muffin for an extra chocolatey finish.
  7. Bake Muffins: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a muffin; it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool for several minutes in the pan before transferring them to a wire rack or serving plate. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • Spinach adds hidden nutrients without overpowering the chocolate flavor.
  • White whole wheat flour provides a lighter texture while maintaining nutrition.
  • Almond milk can be used as a dairy-free alternative.
  • Do not overmix batter to keep muffins tender and fluffy.
  • Check muffins closely near the end of baking time as ovens vary.

Keywords: Chocolate Muffins, Spinach Muffins, Healthy Muffins, Banana Muffins, Chocolate Spinach Recipe, Whole Wheat Muffins, Greek Yogurt Muffins

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