Description
Zucchini Brownies are a delightful fusion of rich chocolate flavor and hidden nutrition. These fudgy treats are incredibly moist, thanks to the secret ingredient—zucchini! Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without guilt, they’re a fantastic option for dessert or an afternoon snack. Easy to make, these brownies will surprise even the pickiest eaters with their deliciousness. Bake a batch and enjoy the unexpected joy of this veggie-infused dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium zucchini (about 1 cup grated)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
- Grate the zucchini, squeezing out excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, vanilla extract, and grated zucchini until well blended.
- Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined. Stir in chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean but slightly gooey. Let cool before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (45g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg