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Chocolate Spinach Muffins

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of chocolate and greens with these Chocolate Spinach Muffins! Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, these muffins are a clever way to sneak extra veggies into your diet without compromising on flavor. With ripe bananas providing natural sweetness and spinach adding a nutritious punch, these treats are sure to please both kids and adults alike. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a batch of moist, chocolatey goodness that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature for a wholesome snack any time of the day!

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a blender, combine milk, ripe bananas, and baby spinach; blend until smooth.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and mix in the egg, sugar, vanilla, oil, and Greek yogurt until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together white whole wheat flour, baking soda, sea salt, and cocoa powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture; stir until just combined. Fold in dark chocolate chips.
  6. Line a muffin pan with liners and fill each cup about three-quarters full with batter.
  7. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Let cool before serving.

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