Description
Indulge in these irresistible Zucchini Brownies that harmoniously blend rich chocolate flavor with the nutritious goodness of zucchini. Perfect for any occasion, these brownies are a delightful way to satisfy your sweet cravings while sneaking in some veggies. With their incredibly moist texture and deep chocolate taste, they are sure to be a hit among both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re serving them at a gathering or enjoying them as a simple dessert at home, these brownies promise to elevate your dessert game with their unique twist.
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 your oven to 350°F and prepare a greased 9×13-inch pan lined with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Add the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Gently fold in the finely shredded zucchini and let the batter rest for five minutes.
- Stir in semi-sweet chocolate chunks; let it rest again if the batter appears dry.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 25–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with crumbs.
- Allow cooling completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg