Description
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins! These delightful treats are moist and tender, thanks to the finely shredded zucchini that not only adds nutritional value but also keeps them from being overly heavy. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, these muffins are an excellent way to use up garden-fresh zucchini while satisfying your sweet tooth. With a simple blend of cocoa powder and chocolate chips, every bite is a heavenly experience that will leave you wanting more. Bake a batch today and enjoy the perfect combination of health and indulgence!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup skim milk
- ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup finely shredded zucchini
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin with nonstick spray or liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together all dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, sugars, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the wet ingredients: egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and skim milk. Stir until just combined.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until no flour pockets remain; avoid overmixing.
- Carefully fold in the shredded zucchini and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Divide the batter into the prepared muffin cups and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg