Description
Moist, fudgy, and bursting with chocolate flavor, these Chocolate Zucchini Brownies are the ultimate dessert hack. They sneak in veggies while delivering all the rich, gooey satisfaction you expect from a classic brownie. Perfect for those searching for an easy dessert recipe, healthy snack, or family-friendly treat that doubles as a clever way to use up summer zucchini. Great for quick baking, lunchbox snacks, or indulgent yet wholesome food ideas.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups grated zucchini
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup melted butter (or coconut oil)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chocolate chips or chunks
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking pan.
2. Grate the zucchini finely (no need to peel) and lightly squeeze out excess moisture if very wet.
3. In a large bowl, mix melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
4. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract until glossy and well combined.
5. Sift in flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir until just mixed.
6. Fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.
7. Spread into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
8. Cool in the pan for at least 15–20 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added, or the brownies may turn out dense.
Finely grating the zucchini ensures it melts into the brownie and keeps the texture smooth.
For extra decadence, sprinkle more chocolate chips on top before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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