Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
Indulge in the delightful blend of rich chocolate and moist zucchini with these Chocolate Zucchini Muffins. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert, these muffins provide a surprising nutritional twist while satisfying your sweet tooth. Packed with wholesome ingredients, they are easy to make and can be enjoyed by the whole family. With a soft texture and decadent chocolate flavor, these muffins are ideal for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy morning at home or an afternoon gathering with friends. Plus, they freeze beautifully, ensuring you can enjoy this tasty treat anytime!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large beaten eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grate zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold in grated zucchini and combine with dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Grease muffin tin or use liners; fill each cavity two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 156
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 116mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 36mg
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