Description
Indulge in these decadent Zucchini Brownies that are rich, moist, and perfectly sweet. A sneaky way to incorporate veggies into a beloved dessert!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Additional:
- 2 cups finely shredded zucchini (moisture intact)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish.
- Mix dry ingredients: Combine flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Combine wet ingredients: Mix oil, sugars, and vanilla in a separate bowl. Add zucchini.
- Combine mixtures: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Fold in nuts or chocolate chips.
- Bake: Spread batter in pan and bake for 30–35 minutes.
- Cool and serve: Let cool before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Zucchini adds moisture without altering taste.
- For extra richness, top with ½ cup of chocolate chips.
- Store in an airtight container at room temp for 3 days or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
