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Description
Moist and fudgy chocolate brownies with a hidden healthy twist of zucchini. These easy, one-bowl brownies are perfect for a guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup grated zucchini, excess moisture squeezed out
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips (if using).
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting and serving.
Notes
- For gluten-free zucchini brownies, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
- For dairy-free zucchini brownies, use a dairy-free butter substitute and dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Ensure you squeeze out as much moisture from the grated zucchini as possible to prevent soggy brownies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg