Zucchini Brownies
Zucchini brownies are a delightful way to turn your garden surplus into a rich, fudgy dessert that even the pickiest eaters will love. This recipe combines wholesome zucchini with chocolate for a guilt-free treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Enjoy a warm, gooey brownie that conceals its green secret while delivering all the indulgent flavors you crave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup finely shredded zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a clean kitchen towel, squeeze excess moisture from the shredded zucchini.
- In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Sift in the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt; gently fold until just combined.
- Fold in the shredded zucchini and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Allow cooling for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approx. 60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg