Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins: Indulgent & Guilt-Free Treats
Enjoy these indulgent yet guilt-free double chocolate zucchini muffins that are perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, mix together the grated zucchini, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin tins.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before enjoying!
Notes
- For extra chocolate flavor, you can add more chocolate chips!
- Make sure to squeeze out excess moisture from the zucchini before adding it to the batter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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