Zucchini Brownies: Easy Indulgence for Guilt-Free Treats
A delicious and healthier alternative to traditional brownies made with zucchini for moisture and sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the grated zucchini, sugar, and vegetable oil.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, then stir until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before slicing into squares.
Notes
- For a richer taste, add chocolate chips to the batter.
- Be sure to squeeze out excess moisture from the zucchini before adding it to the mix.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg