Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins
Zucchini chocolate chip muffins are a delightful fusion of healthy and indulgent. These moist, fluffy treats combine the subtle sweetness of garden-fresh zucchini with rich chocolate chips, making them perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, these muffins will quickly become a family favorite. Enjoy the warm aroma and vibrant green specks that make these muffins visually appealing and fun for kids!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- â…“ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in grated zucchini and chocolate chips.
- Fill muffin tins about three-quarters full and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool slightly before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg