Description
Indulge in these heavenly Zucchini Brownies that marry rich chocolate flavor with the subtle moisture of zucchini for a guilt-free treat. Perfectly fudgy and moist, they are a delightful option for dessert lovers and health-conscious eaters alike. These brownies not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also sneak in some vegetables, making them a fantastic choice for gatherings or cozy nights in. Serve them warm, topped with ice cream, or enjoy them plain – either way, they will impress everyone at your next event!
Ingredients
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- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 cups finely shredded zucchini (do not drain)
- 1 ¼ cups semi-sweet chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a greased 9×13-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix vegetable oil, sugar, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Stir in flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until just mixed; the batter will appear dry.
- Gently fold in shredded zucchini and let the batter rest for about 5 minutes to hydrate.
- Add chocolate chunks and stir; allow to rest another few minutes if the batter seems dry.
- Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 25–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool before slicing into squares and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg