Irresistible Zucchini Muffins Recipe
Experience the delightful aroma of freshly baked zucchini muffins that transform any morning into a cozy celebration. These muffins are not only scrumptious but also packed with hidden veggies, making them a perfect guilt-free treat for breakfast or snack time. With a hint of cinnamon and the option to customize with chocolate chips or nuts, every bite is a joyful surprise. Bake a batch today and enjoy the moist, flavorful goodness that will quickly become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini (about 1.5 cups grated)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- Optional: ½ cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with cooking spray.
- Grate the zucchini, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and vanilla extract until frothy. Stir in the grated zucchini and any optional ingredients like chocolate chips or nuts.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Fill muffin cups about three-quarters full and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg