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Zucchini Brownies

Deliciously moist and fudgy brownies made with zucchini for added nutrition.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup zucchini grated and packed
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips optional

Method
 

Prepare the Zucchini
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grate the zucchini and set aside.
Mix Wet Ingredients
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
Combine Dry Ingredients
  1. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
Combine Mixtures
  1. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
Bake
  1. Pour the batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve
  1. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

These brownies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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