How to Make the Perfect Zucchini Brownies
American · Easy · 40 min · 12 servings
These fudgy zucchini brownies are a sneaky way to get vegetables into your kids without them even knowing. Kid friendly recipes like this one make healthy eating fun and delicious.
Why this recipe works
This Zucchini Brownies recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 40 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 180 calories with 3g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1.5 cups shredded zucchini
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup chocolate chips
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Zucchini
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 9x13 baking pan. Shred the zucchini using a box grater and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
Step 2: Mix the Batter
In a large bowl combine oil, sugar, and vanilla. Stir in cocoa powder and flour until just combined. Fold in the shredded zucchini and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Step 3: Bake the Brownies
Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 28 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
Step 4: Cool and Serve
Allow brownies to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing into squares. The zucchini keeps them extra moist and kids will never taste it.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- all purpose flour → gluten free 1-to-1 flour blend
- granulated sugar → coconut sugar
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not squeezing enough moisture from the zucchini which makes brownies too wet
- Overbaking which dries out the brownies and removes the fudgy texture
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 180 calories, 3g protein, 24g carbs, 8g fat, 2g fiber.
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