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Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
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These Chocolate Zucchini Muffins are moist, chocolaty treats infused with fresh zucchini for added moisture and vegetable goodness. Perfect as a snack, breakfast, or dessert, they combine rich chocolate flavor with a healthful twist in an easy-to-make, adaptable recipe that’s sure to be a favorite.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Main Add-ins

  • 1 to 1 ½ cups grated zucchini (lightly squeezed)
  • Optional: ½ cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Zucchini: Wash and grate about 1 to 1 ½ cups of zucchini. Lightly squeeze out excess moisture, but retain some water to keep muffins moist.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt until evenly combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat 2 large eggs with ¾ cup sugar, ½ cup vegetable oil, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and blended.
  4. Bring It All Together: Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently just until combined. Fold in the grated zucchini and optional ½ cup chocolate chips carefully to avoid overmixing.
  5. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spoon batter into a lined or greased muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the batter to keep muffins fluffy and tender.
  • Use a fine grater for zucchini to ensure even moisture distribution.
  • Check oven temperature with a thermometer for consistent results.
  • Fold in chocolate chips gently to prevent them from sinking.
  • Allow muffins to cool completely on a wire rack to prevent sogginess.

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