Indulge in the symphony of flavors that these Chocolaty Beet Muffins bring to your taste buds. Crafted with the perfect balance of rich cocoa and earthy beets, these muffins are a delightful treat that is not only delicious but also packed with wholesome goodness. Each bite unveils a moist and tender crumb, complemented by the natural sweetness of the beets and the decadent richness of chocolate. These muffins are not just a culinary delight but also a testament to the transformative power of vegetables in baking. Accompanying this star recipe are two equally tempting variations: the gluten-free beet muffins and the vegan beet muffins. These variations cater to different dietary preferences, ensuring that everyone can relish the goodness of these chocolaty beet muffins. Whether you're a chocolate aficionado, a health-conscious baker, or simply seeking a unique and flavorful muffin experience, these recipes have something for everyone.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
BEET CHOCOLATE MUFFINS WITH CHOCOLATE CHIPS
Steps:
- Boil the beets in water, covered, for approx. 40 minutes (depending on their size) until tender but still quite firm. Drain and leave the beets to cool. Peel and puree.
- Preheat the oven to 400 F/ 200 C/ gas mark 6. Lightly grease or line with paper cases a12-hole muffin pan and set aside.
- In a bowl combine the flour, ground almonds, baking powder, cocoa, sugar salt and chocolate chips and stir well with a whisk. Set aside.
- In another large bowl whisk together the eggs with oil and milk until smooth. Pour in thebeet puree and stir thoroughly. Add in the flour mixture all at once and stir just to combine.
- Spoon equal amounts of the muffin batter into your muffin pan and bake in the centre of the oven for 27 minutes. Remove from the oven and sate aside for 10 minutes then transfer the muffins onto a rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 317 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Sodium 47 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 16 g
CHOCOLATE BEET MUFFINS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 355F/180C. Grease a 12-cup muffin tray or line with paper cases.
- Add the beets, oil, eggs and vanilla to a blender or food processor and purée. Add the sugar and yogurt and whiz again briefly to combine. Pour the mixture into a large mixing bowl.
- Sift the flour, cocoa powder and baking powder into the bowl and lightly mix to combine. Pour the batter into the muffin cases ¾ full.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until risen and an inserted skewer or toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 5 minutes in the tray, then transfer to a wire rack to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Sodium 27 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 18 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHOCOLATE BEET MUFFINS
For beet lovers and beet haters, this muffin recipe both hides and highlights the beet flavor. They freeze well but good luck having any left over for the freezer! They are simply delicious! Makes 12 large muffins.
Provided by carmel
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Muffin Recipes Chocolate Muffin Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners.
- Mix flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl.
- Beat sugar, butter, and lemon zest together in a large bowl until smooth. Add eggs and banana to the sugar mixture; beat until smooth. Stir about 1/3 of the flour mixture into the sugar mixture to integrate fully into a batter; repeat with remaining flour mixture in two even additions. Fold beets and chocolate chips into the batter; spoon into the lined muffin cups.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 30 to 40 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 46.3 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 243.9 mg, Sugar 20.9 g
CHOCOLATE BEET MUFFINS
These Chocolate and Beet Muffins are a real surprise! The beets make the muffin incredibly moist and hearty. The earthy flavor of the beets highlight the rich chocolate taste. It's the perfect breakfast muffin with a dose of vegetable and touch of chocolate.
Provided by The Worktop
Categories Breads and Muffins Muffins
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 355°F/180°C.
- Peel the beets and grate in food processor with a grating disc. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- In a large bowl using a hand mixer on medium speed, cream together the sugars, butter and oil. Using the hand mixer on low speed, beat in the egg mixture. Slowly fold in the flour mixture.
- Using a spatula, mix in the grated beets and chocolate chips.
- Evenly divide the batter into 12 muffin cases. Each case should be about ¾ full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the muffins are springy to the touch. Remove from oven and allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack to finish cooling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Sodium 67 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 18 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- Use fresh beets for the best flavor. Roasted beets can be used, but fresh beets will give the muffins a more intense beet flavor.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in tough muffins.
- Fill the muffin cups only about 2/3 full. This will help prevent the muffins from overflowing in the oven.
- Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This usually takes about 20-25 minutes.
- Let the muffins cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly.
Conclusion:
These chocolaty beet muffins are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy beets. They are moist and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor. The cream cheese frosting is the perfect finishing touch. These muffins are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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