Zucchini Brownies
Indulge in the ultimate guilt-free treat with these Zucchini Brownies! Perfectly moist and rich, these brownies are a chocolate lover’s dream that cleverly incorporates nutritious zucchini. Ideal for any occasion—from casual family dinners to festive gatherings—this recipe transforms a classic dessert into a delightful veggie-packed indulgence. Enjoy these fudgy baked goods topped with ice cream, whipped cream, or a simple dusting of powdered sugar for an irresistible finish. Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth while sneaking in some vegetables!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 cups finely shredded zucchini (un-drained)
- 1 ¼ cups semi-sweet chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, sugar, and vanilla until well combined.
- Mix in flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until just combined; the batter will be dry.
- Gently fold in shredded zucchini and let the batter rest for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in chocolate chunks; if the batter appears too dry, let it rest for another few minutes.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 25-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with crumbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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