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Chocolate Spinach Muffins

Moist, rich chocolate muffins packed with hidden spinach for a healthy, kid-friendly treat that tastes like dessert but nourishes like a snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
  • 2 eggs large
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup milk any type
  • 1 cup fresh spinach blended into puree
Add-ins
  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Muffin tin
  • Blender
  • Whisk
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
  2. Blend spinach with milk until smooth to create a puree.
  3. Whisk together dry ingredients in a large bowl.
  4. Mix eggs, oil, vanilla, and spinach puree in a separate bowl.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips evenly.
  7. Fill muffin cups 3/4 full and bake for 18–22 minutes.
  8. Cool on wire rack before serving or storing.

Notes

Do not overmix batter. Spinach must be fully blended for best texture and hidden flavor.