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Chocolate Spinach Muffins

Chocolate Spinach Muffins

  • Author: Anthony
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Chocolate Spinach Muffins offer a delicious way to enjoy a rich cocoa flavor combined with the subtle freshness of spinach. Moist, fluffy, and naturally sweet, they are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a guilt-free dessert. Made with plant-based ingredients and simple preparation steps, these muffins provide hidden nutrition and a tender crumb that melts in your mouth.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh spinach (washed and pureed)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup natural cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
  • 1 cup plant-based milk
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Spinach: Wash fresh spinach thoroughly and steam or lightly cook until wilted. Allow to cool slightly, then blend into a smooth puree to create an even green base that enriches the muffins.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, natural cocoa powder, brown sugar, baking soda, and natural gelling agent until well combined and free of clumps.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the plant-based milk, apple cider vinegar, vanilla extract (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and the spinach puree until fully incorporated and vibrant.
  4. Bring It All Together: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mix and stir gently until just combined, taking care not to overmix to maintain a light and airy texture.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Divide the batter evenly into a muffin tin lined with paper cups. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool before serving.

Notes

  • Blend spinach completely smooth to avoid leafy bits in the muffins.
  • Use a kitchen scale for precise measurement of dry ingredients like cocoa powder and flour.
  • Bring wet ingredients to room temperature before mixing for better activation of the baking soda.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins soft and fluffy.
  • Use an oven thermometer to ensure accurate temperature and avoid dense muffins.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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