Top of the muffin to ya!
This recipe is a great way to get more fruits and veggies into your morning routine. Whether you are 5 or 65, you can start your day with plenty of nutrients and fiber in this recipe. Just add a protein source and you have a complete breakfast!
Green Goodness Muffins
Serves 12
Ingredients:
1 large banana
2 cups spinach
3/4 cup milk
1/4 cup honey
2 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
1 cup rolled oats
1 tsp baking soda
1/8 tsp salt
1/8 tsp cardamom
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375°F. Either grease a muffin tin with non-stick spray or use cupcake liners.
Place all ingredients except flour and chocolate chips into a blender. Blend until smooth, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides as needed. You want your spinach to be well blended so you aren’t biting into a full leaf in your muffin!
Gently stir in the flour and chocolate chips until just combined.
Pour batter into your prepared muffin tin. Each cup should be approximately 3/4 full.
Bake 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove and transfer to a cooling rack. Have a muffin while it is warm and the chocolate is gooey! Store the rest in an airtight container for 3 days, or stick them in the freezer!
Substitutions
Want a little more crunch? Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
Don’t have plain Greek yogurt? No problem! Use 2 Tbsp melted butter
Can’t do dairy? Swap the milk out for an unsweetened plant milk of your choice. You can also substitute the yogurt for coconut oil!
Need to use up some frozen spinach? Thaw your spinach, squeeze out as much water as you can, and reduce the amount to 1/2 cup.
How do I make this a complete meal?
To make a complete meal or snack, pair with:
8oz low fat milk
1 cup Greek yogurt
2 eggs
Still hungry?
Try adding some fiber such as a piece of fruit or serving of vegetables!
