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Chocolate Spinach Brownies
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Spinach brownies? Don't knock it 'til you try it. The healthy dark greens actually help make some super-moist brownies, and you'll never taste them under the chocolate flavor.
serves/makes:
ready in:
1-2 hrs
1-2 hrs
4 reviews
ingredients
1 package (10 ounce size) frozen, chopped spinach (thawed and squeezed dry)
1/4 cup oil
1 egg
3 tablespoons water
1 box (12.0 ounce size) brownie mix
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease the bottom only of a 9x9 baking pan.
Make sure the spinach is well drained then add it to a food processor along with the oil, egg, and water. Process until smooth, about 1 minute, scraping down the sides of the workbowl as needed.
Transfer the spinach mixture to a large bowl. Stir the brownie mix into the spinach until incorporated.
Transfer the brownie batter to the greased baking dish. Place in the oven and bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes or until just set.
Remove the pan from the oven and let cool on a rack for 15-20 minutes. Meanwhile, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave on HIGH for one minute, stirring every 10 seconds, or until melted. Spread the melted chocolate on top of the brownies. Let stand until set then cut into squares.
Store the chocolate spinach brownies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
common recipe questions
Can I use fresh spinach instead of frozen spinach?
To substitute fresh spinach, steam or blanch 1 pound of fresh spinach leaves. Drain well, squeezing out any excess liquid, and proceed with the recipe.
nutrition data
158 calories, 9 grams fat, 20 grams carbohydrates, 2 grams protein per serving. This recipe is low in sodium.
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reviews & comments
January 1, 2019
I love working with veggies. But i thought this was a bit going over the edge. I was wrong and admit so freely. They were wonderful! If i were to make them for kids i wouldnt tell them. The thought of spinach in brownies will automatically turn thier noses... Surprise them and just stay silent.
August 7, 2011
I made this recipe for my Weight Watcher group, cutting the squares in quarters, which made them 1 points plus! The recipe got raves!! They were fabulous! You cannot taste the spinach at all. They were so moist and chewy! My leader even took the leftovers to her next meeting! I will make these again!
January 2, 2008
Sorry, but I didn't like them and neither did my girls. They had a strange taste and smell. But - I would say it's worth a try. My girls love my sweet potatoe pancakes and have no idea how healthy they are.
November 12, 2007
great recipe! For a shortcut - don't bother to melt the chocolate chips. Just spread them on top of the brownie when it comes out of the oven. the heat will soften the chocolate so you can spread it around. yum!