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Chocolate Spinach Muffins

These muffins combine fresh spinach with rich cocoa, baked into a moist, tender crumb with a chocolatey crust. The batter is folded to incorporate greens evenly, resulting in a subtly earthy flavor and vibrant appearance. They are perfect for a nutritious, satisfying breakfast or snack with a soft, fluffy texture.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Homemade
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped packed
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Muffin tin
  • Paper muffin cups or non-stick spray
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined. The mixture should look like a uniform dry blend.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then stir in the vegetable oil and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly frothy.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter will be thick.
  5. Fold in the chopped spinach, distributing it evenly throughout the batter. You should see bits of green throughout the mixture.
  6. Gently fold in the chocolate chips, being careful not to deflate the batter too much.
  7. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full. Tap the tin gently to level the batter and remove air bubbles.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. The muffins should be firm on top and slightly glossy.
  9. Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. They will be moist and tender with a crackly cocoa crust.
  10. Once cooled, serve these vibrant green-speckled muffins warm or at room temperature for a soft, moist, and chocolatey bite.