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