Description
Craving a rich, gooey chocolate treat that’s surprisingly wholesome? These Chocolate Zucchini Brownies are your answer. Moist, fudgy, and packed with deep cocoa flavor, they hide a secret ingredient: zucchini! Perfect for those looking for healthy dessert ideas, easy recipes, and quick food ideas that don’t compromise on taste. Whether it’s for a guilt-free indulgence or a creative way to sneak in veggies, these brownies are perfect for dessert lovers and picky eaters alike.
Ingredients
1 cup grated zucchini (moisture squeezed out)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment or grease lightly.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, mix sugar, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir in grated zucchini.
4. Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just combined. Add chocolate chips.
5. Spread the batter evenly in the pan and bake for 30–35 minutes.
6. Cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
Use a box grater to get fine zucchini strands that melt into the batter.
Don’t overmix the batter—gentle folding keeps the brownies tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg