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Moist Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Moist Chocolate Zucchini Muffins That Everyone Will Love

Delight in these Moist Chocolate Zucchini Muffins that blend rich chocolate with healthy zucchini for a guilt-free treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1 cup grated zucchini squeeze out excess liquid
  • 2 large eggs can substitute with flax eggs for vegan
  • ⅓ cup avocado oil can substitute olive or coconut oil
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup honey can be used as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce banana can be used as a substitute
  • 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour can use all-purpose flour if preferred
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed cocoa deepens flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensure freshness
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon optional
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup chocolate chips optional, dairy-free for vegan

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Grater
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Moist Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or grease it lightly.
  2. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out any excess moisture. Place it in a mixing bowl.
  3. Mix the wet ingredients together: zucchini, eggs, avocado oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and applesauce until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Combine the dry mixture into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  6. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each liner ¾ full and sprinkling extra chocolate chips on top if desired.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure to drain zucchini well and not to overmix the batter.

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