Ingredients
– 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
– 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or a sugar substitute)
– 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
– 1/3 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
– 1 large egg
Instructions
Creating delicious Chocolate Spinach Muffins can be a fun experience, especially if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining a muffin tin with paper liners or greasing it lightly.
2. Blend Spinach: In a blender or food processor, combine the chopped spinach and milk. Blend until smooth.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the blended spinach mixture, vegetable oil, and egg until fully combined.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the flour, cocoa powder, and granulated sugar. Stir well to ensure no lumps remain.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, folding gently until just combined. Do not overmix; it’s okay if there are some small lumps.
6. Fill Muffin Tin: Divide the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 of the way full.
7. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
By following these steps, you’ll create rich and moist Chocolate Spinach Muffins that everyone will rave about!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 muffins
- Calories: 130 kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 3g