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Easy Chocolate Zucchini Muffins Recipe

Easy Chocolate Zucchini Muffins Recipe

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  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 8 muffins 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in these moist and rich Chocolate Zucchini Muffins that cleverly incorporate veggies to offer a decadent chocolate experience. Perfect for sneaking in some extra nutrition while savoring deep cocoa flavors.


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup sugar

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 cup finely grated zucchini (moisture squeezed out)
  • 1/4 cup oil (coconut or vegetable)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line or grease a muffin tin.
  2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine wet ingredients, including the grated zucchini.
  4. Combine and Fold: Mix wet and dry ingredients, then fold in chocolate chips.
  5. Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into muffin cups and sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top.
  6. Bake: Bake for 20-22 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 210 kcal
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg