Luxurious Chocolate Spinach Muffins

Why Make This Recipe

Decadent Chocolate Spinach Muffins are a fun and tasty way to sneak some nutrition into a delicious treat. They combine the rich flavor of chocolate with the goodness of spinach, making them a unique option for breakfast or snacks. Plus, they are simple to make and perfect for both kids and adults. If you’re looking for a way to enjoy chocolate guilt-free, this recipe is for you!

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How to Make Decadent Chocolate Spinach Muffins

Ingredients:

• 3 very ripe bananas
• 2 large handfuls baby spinach
• 3 tablespoons milk (almond milk or regular both work!)
• 1 egg
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• ½ cup Greek yogurt (full fat)
• 3 tablespoons oil
• 1 cup white whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ⅔ cup cocoa powder
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• ½ cup dark chocolate chips

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a high-powered blender, combine the milk, bananas, and spinach. Blend until mostly smooth. A few lumps are okay!
3. Pour the mixture into a large mixing bowl.
4. Add the egg and stir to lightly whisk it in. Next, mix in the sugar, vanilla, oil, and Greek yogurt until combined.
5. In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, sea salt, and cocoa powder. Stir these dry ingredients together.
6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, folding them in gently. Finally, stir in the dark chocolate chips, saving a few to sprinkle on top if desired.
7. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with muffin liners. Spoon the batter into each cup, adding extra chocolate chips on top if you like.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the muffins to cool for a few minutes before serving.

How to Serve Decadent Chocolate Spinach Muffins

These muffins are great served warm, fresh out of the oven. You can enjoy them on their own, or pair them with a glass of milk or a cup of tea. They also make a fantastic snack for kids or a sweet treat for any occasion.

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How to Store Decadent Chocolate Spinach Muffins

To store the muffins, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you want to keep them longer, you can place them in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze them for up to three months. Just make sure to wrap them well before freezing!

Tips to Make Decadent Chocolate Spinach Muffins

• Make sure your bananas are very ripe for maximum sweetness.
• You can use any type of milk you prefer, but almond milk is a great option.
• If you don’t have Greek yogurt, regular yogurt can be substituted.
• You can add nuts or seeds to the batter for extra crunch.

Variation

Feel free to experiment with the recipe! You can substitute whole wheat flour with all-purpose flour if you prefer a lighter texture. Also, try adding in some peanut butter or almond butter for a tasty twist.

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FAQs

Can I use frozen spinach for this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen spinach. Just make sure to thaw and drain it well before using.

How can I make these muffins healthier?
You can reduce the sugar amount or use a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup. You can also replace the oil with applesauce.

Can I leave out the chocolate chips?
Absolutely! The muffins will still be delicious without the chocolate chips, or you could add some dried fruits or nuts instead.

Decadent Chocolate Spinach Muffins

A fun and tasty way to enjoy chocolate guilt-free, these muffins combine the richness of chocolate with the nutrition of spinach.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 22 minutes mins

Total Time 32 minutes mins

Servings: 12 muffins

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Wet Ingredients

• 3 pieces very ripe bananas Ensure they are very ripe for maximum sweetness.
• 2 large handfuls baby spinach Can substitute with thawed and drained frozen spinach.
• 3 tablespoons milk Almond milk or regular both work.
• 1 piece egg
• ½ cup sugar Can reduce for a healthier option.
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• ½ cup Greek yogurt Full fat is preferred, but can substitute with regular yogurt.
• 3 tablespoons oil Can replace with applesauce for a healthier option.

Dry Ingredients

• 1 cup white whole wheat flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour for lighter texture.
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ cup cocoa powder
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt

Mix-ins

• ½ cup dark chocolate chips Reserve some for topping if desired.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a high-powered blender, combine the milk, bananas, and spinach. Blend until mostly smooth; a few lumps are okay.
3. Pour the mixture into a large mixing bowl.
4. Add the egg and stir to lightly whisk it in. Then mix in the sugar, vanilla, oil, and Greek yogurt until well combined.

Mix Dry Ingredients

1. In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, sea salt, and cocoa powder. Stir these dry ingredients together.

Combine Mixtures

1. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, folding them in gently.
2. Stir in the dark chocolate chips, saving a few to sprinkle on top if desired.

Bake

1. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with muffin liners. Spoon the batter into each cup, adding extra chocolate chips on top if you like.
2. Bake in the preheated oven for about 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
3. Allow the muffins to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

These muffins can be served warm and pair well with milk or tea. For storage, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months. Wrap well before freezing.

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