Chocolate Quinoa Mini Muffins Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Chocolate Quinoa Mini Muffins are a delightful and nutritious treat that combines the rich flavor of chocolate with the health benefits of quinoa. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while still enjoying a healthy desserts recipe, these muffins are great for breakfast or as a snack.

The recipe is simple to follow and features wholesome ingredients, making it easy to whip up a batch for any occasion. They are gluten-free and packed with protein, making them a guilt-free indulgence.

Healthy Chocolate Quinoa Mini Muffins

These mini muffins are made with cooked quinoa, cocoa powder, and sweetened with natural sweeteners. The recipe yields about 12 mini muffins and takes approximately 30 minutes from start to finish.

Ingredients

1 cup cooked quinoa
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the baking powder and salt until just incorporated. If using, fold in the dark chocolate chips.
Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy as a healthy snack or dessert!