Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
Indulge in the irresistible delight of chocolate zucchini muffins that perfectly blend rich cocoa flavor with moist, grated zucchini. These easy-to-make treats are not only delicious but also sneak in some veggies, making them a wholesome choice for breakfast or snacks. With a fluffy texture and pockets of melted chocolate, they’re guaranteed to please even the pickiest eaters!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium zucchini, grated
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Grate zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold in grated zucchini into the wet mixture. Gradually add dry ingredients until just combined; stir in chocolate chips if desired.
- Spoon batter into muffin tins until three-quarters full and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg