Chocolate Zucchini Muffins That Feel Like a Sweet Treat Today!
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Deliciously moist chocolate muffins made with zucchini, perfect for a sweet treat any time of the day.
- Author: Olivia Clara
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 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, vegetable oil, sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to add nuts or dried fruit for extra texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg