Description
Spinach Brownies offer a sneaky nutritious twist on classic chocolate treats. Packed with leafy greens and rich chocolate, these brownies surprise palates while delivering wholesome goodness you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
main ingredients:
- 1 (10-ounce) package spinach, rinsed and chopped
- 1 (8-ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup butter, melted
- 1 onion, chopped
dry ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously coat a 9×13 inch (23×33 centimeters) baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Fill a medium saucepan with water and submerge the fresh spinach completely. Heat until boiling, then reduce to a gentle simmer for approximately 3 minutes, allowing the spinach leaves to wilt and soften.
- Drain the cooked spinach thoroughly using a colander, pressing out excess moisture with the back of a spoon or paper towels to ensure a dry texture.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder, creating a uniform dry mixture.
- Whisk the eggs, whole milk, and melted unsalted butter into the dry ingredients, stirring until a smooth, consistent batter forms.
- Fold the drained spinach, finely chopped onion, and shredded mozzarella cheese into the batter, ensuring even distribution of ingredients throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the prepared batter into the greased baking dish, using a spatula to spread it evenly and create a uniform layer.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean when the brownies are fully cooked.
- Remove from the oven and let the spinach brownies cool in the baking dish for 10-15 minutes, allowing them to set and become easier to slice.
- Cut into square portions and serve either warm or at room temperature as a savory appetizer or light meal accompaniment.
Notes
- Surprise your taste buds with these unexpected savory spinach brownies that blur the line between snack and side dish.
- Squeeze out excess water from cooked spinach to prevent a watery, soggy texture in your final baked result.
- Shredded mozzarella adds a creamy, melty dimension that transforms these spinach squares into a crowd-pleasing appetizer or light meal.
- Customize the recipe by adding herbs like basil or chives for extra flavor complexity and aromatic appeal.
- Perfect for meal prep, these brownies can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days and reheated quickly for a convenient protein-packed bite.
- Use fresh spinach for the best nutritional value and vibrant green color that makes these brownies visually appealing and healthy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 206 kcal
- Sugar: 1.5 g
- Sodium: 303 mg
- Fat: 14.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 12.7 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 8.3 g
- Cholesterol: 64 mg