Easy Double Chocolate Chip Spinach Protein Muffins

Ingredients

• 2 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup cocoa powder
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 16 oz spinach (Steamed and blended)
• 1 cup maple syrup
• 1 cup high-protein Greek yogurt (Vanilla or plain; either is acceptable)
• 0.5 cup oil (Type not specified)
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup chocolate chips (The author sometimes adds a little extra)

Steps

1. 1

   Steam the spinach, then blend it until smooth. Measure 16 ounces of the steamed, blended spinach for the batter.

2. 2

   Combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

3. 3

   Add the blended spinach, maple syrup, Greek yogurt, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract, and mix until the muffin batter is combined.

4. 4

   Fold in the chocolate chips. Add a little extra if desired, as the author does.

5. 5

   Bake the muffins at 350°F for 20–25 minutes.

Notes

The source does not specify the muffin-pan preparation, exact mixing method, muffin-pan size, or a doneness test. Baking time is given as a 20–25 minute range.

Nutrition per serving

• muffins
• dessert
• snack
• baked
• chocolate
• hidden vegetable
• high protein
• kid-friendly