Chocolate Spinach Muffins: A Delightful Twist on Healthy Treats
These delicious chocolate spinach muffins are a unique way to enjoy a healthy treat without sacrificing flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the chopped spinach and chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- For an extra chocolatey flavor, you can add more chocolate chips.
- These muffins can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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