Description
Moist and fudgy brownies made with zucchini for a healthier twist. These zucchini brownies are easy to make and packed with rich chocolate flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix zucchini, oil, sugar, and vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Grate zucchini finely and do not drain excess moisture.
- For extra richness, add chopped nuts.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
