chocolate mint muffins

Hermitage, TN
Updated on Jun 28, 2010

I like to make my muffins with whole grain, so getting a nice texture can be tricky. The nuts and prunes make for a fairly moist texture without the help of additional oil. These are lightly sweetened muffins, so adjust the sugar to taste. Best to store these in the fridge.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method ---
yield 12 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup pecan meal (or finely crushed pecans)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup pitted prunes
  • 1/4 cup agave nectar or honey
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips (i prefer dark)
  • 1 - egg
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped mint (or 1 tb dried)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

How To Make chocolate mint muffins

  • Step 1
    Preheat over to 400 degrees.
  • Step 2
    Combine first seven ingredients (flour through salt) in a large bowl.
  • Step 3
    Put rest of the ingredients into a blender or food processor and blend until well combined.
  • Step 4
    Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir until just mixed--do not over-stir.
  • Step 5
    Spoon batter into prepared muffin tin (oiled or papered), filling almost to top.
  • Step 6
    Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until tops spring back when pressed. Cool at least 10 minutes before serving.

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