Spinach Brownie Bites from Scratch
Indulge in the perfect balance of decadent sweetness and hidden nutrition with these Spinach Brownie Bites from Scratch. These irresistibly fudgy treats are packed with the wholesome goodness of fresh spinach purée, seamlessly incorporated into a rich blend of semi-sweet chocolate, cocoa powder, and creamy butter. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, these kid-approved mini brownies are a guilt-free dessert that sneaks in a veggie boost without compromising on flavor. Ideal for snacking, parties, or lunchbox treats, these bite-sized delights bake to perfection in under 20 minutes, delivering a melt-in-your-mouth texture with every bite. Best of all, they’re made with simple pantry staples, ensuring a homemade treat that's fresh, wholesome, and utterly satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin or line it with mini paper liners.
Rinse the fresh spinach thoroughly and pat it dry. Blend the spinach in a food processor or blender until smooth. You should end up with about 1/2 cup of spinach puree. Set it aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and stir continuously until smooth and fully melted. Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Stir in the spinach puree until fully incorporated.
Slowly pour the cooled chocolate mixture into the sugar and spinach mixture, stirring until evenly combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, divide the batter evenly among the prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the brownie bites have risen and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
Allow the brownie bites to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy your spinach brownie bites! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3655 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.6 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.8 g | 524% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 806 mg | 269% | |
| Sodium | 1112 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 528.0 g | 192% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.3 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 407.4 g | ||
| Protein | 50.4 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 263 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 18.5 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 737 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
