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chocolate lentil protein muffins

Lentil Recipes for Kids: Chocolate Lentil Protein Muffins & More

Sarah Remmer, RD
A chocolate lentil muffin that is not only nutritious and snack-worthy, but tastes so good it could be dessert too!? Yes please!
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Additional Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can 14 oz lentils, drained and rinsed (or one cup of cooked red lentils)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 large over-ripe banana or two small
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 3 tbsp coconut oil melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350° F.
  • Prepare 12 muffin cups by lining with muffin papers
  • Place banana(s), lentils, eggs, honey, cocoa powder, baking soda, coconut oil, and vanilla extract into blender or food processor; cover. Blend until smooth. Add thechocolate chips and stir gently using a wooden spoon.
  • Fill muffin cups about 2/3 full
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool completely and enjoy!
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