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Baked healthy chocolate zucchini muffins on a cooling rack

Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

These Healthy & Moist Chocolate Zucchini Muffins are a delicious and easy way to sneak vegetables into your diet, perfect for a quick snack or dessert!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1¼ cups whole wheat flour Feel free to use a gluten-free flour blend.
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1½ cup grated zucchini Measure before squeezing moisture out.
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup avocado oil Can substitute with olive oil.
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ⅔ cup unsweetened applesauce Can substitute with mashed bananas or yogurt.
  • ⅓ cup chocolate chips Plus extra for topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, eggs, avocado oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and applesauce. Mix until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure your muffins stay tender.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips, saving a few to sprinkle on top before baking.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
  7. Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips on top for extra indulgence.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Make sure to squeeze out excess moisture from the zucchini to prevent soggy muffins. Check for doneness with a toothpick.