Description
Chocolate zucchini brownies deliver a sneaky veggie treat that satisfies sweet cravings without guilt. Packed with hidden zucchini and rich chocolate, these brownies turn your healthy baking game into delicious magic.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups finely shredded zucchini
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup chocolate chips
Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry and Binding Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and generously grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Grab a medium mixing bowl and whisk 2 cups flour, ½ cup cocoa powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt until completely blended.
- In a separate large bowl, combine ½ cup melted butter, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture looks smooth and glossy.
- Slowly add the dry ingredient mixture into your wet ingredients, stirring carefully until just combined. The batter will feel thick and dense.
- Gently incorporate 2 cups finely shredded zucchini and ¾ cup chocolate chips into the batter, ensuring even distribution.
- Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking dish using a rubber spatula, making sure the top looks flat and smooth.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated 350°F oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center.
- Remove the brownies from the oven when the toothpick comes out clean and let them cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Squeeze excess moisture from the zucchini using a clean kitchen towel to prevent soggy brownies.
- For gluten-free diets, swap wheat flour with almond or coconut flour and ensure your cocoa powder is gluten-free.
- Use dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor and added antioxidants, making the brownies feel slightly more indulgent.
- Refrigerate cooled brownies in an airtight container to keep them moist and fresh for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Brownies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg