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Spinach Banana Muffins Recipe

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Delicious and healthy Spinach Banana Muffins that combine the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with fresh spinach for a nutrient-packed treat. These muffins are perfect for breakfast or a wholesome snack, made with whole wheat flour and optionally enhanced with chocolate chips for extra indulgence.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour (all-purpose or whole wheat will also work)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup coconut sugar (honey or pure maple syrup or granulated sugar can be substituted)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 3/4 cup milk of choice (whole milk used)
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil (butter or olive oil can be used, slightly cooled)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 very ripe bananas
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (frozen and thawed can be used)

Optional

  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and prepare muffin tin by lining it with silicone liners or greasing it well to ensure easy muffin removal.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and coconut sugar thoroughly to evenly distribute the leavening agents and sugar.
  3. Blend Wet Ingredients: In a blender, add the egg, milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, ripe bananas, and fresh spinach. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth, ensuring the spinach is fully incorporated.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the blended wet mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients. Stir gently to combine, mixing just enough to merge ingredients without overmixing to keep muffins moist.
  5. Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips carefully if using, distributing them evenly through the batter.
  6. Fill Muffin Tins: Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tins, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising during baking.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool: Remove muffins from the oven and allow them to cool completely before peeling off the liners. Using silicone liners makes peeling easier and helps maintain muffin shape.

Notes

  • Using silicone liners is recommended for easy muffin removal.
  • Frozen spinach should be fully thawed and drained before blending.
  • Sugar alternatives like honey or maple syrup will alter sweetness and texture slightly.
  • Do not overmix batter once wet and dry ingredients are combined to prevent tough muffins.
  • Ripe bananas are essential for natural sweetness and moisture.

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