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Easy Hidden Veggie Blender Muffins Recipe for Picky Eaters That Work

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These easy hidden veggie blender muffins sneak spinach and carrots into a moist, subtly sweet muffin perfect for picky eaters. Quick to make and packed with nutrition, they are ideal for breakfast or snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (125g) or whole wheat flour for extra fiber
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed) or coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves (packed)
  • 1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped (about 1/2 cup)
  • Optional: 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  1. Rinse the spinach leaves and chop the carrot into smaller chunks. Add both to your blender with the eggs, applesauce, oil, vanilla, and brown sugar.
  2. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and bright greenish, about 2-3 minutes. Scrape down the sides and blend again if needed.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Pour the blended wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently fold together with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
  6. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or grease well. Spoon batter evenly into each cup, about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 18-20 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

If batter is too thick, add a splash of milk (dairy or plant-based) to loosen. Do not overmix batter to avoid tough muffins. Use fresh spinach for best texture and color. Muffins keep well at room temperature for 2 days, refrigerated up to 5 days, and freeze well for 3 months.

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