Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Chocolate Zucchini Muffins! These moist, chocolatey treats are a perfect way to sneak in some veggies while satisfying your sweet tooth. With rich cocoa combined with freshly grated zucchini, you get a wholesome snack that’s ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a midday pick-me-up. Perfectly versatile, these muffins are kid-friendly and freezer-friendly, making them an excellent choice for busy families. Bake a batch today and enjoy the fantastic blend of chocolatey goodness and nutritious ingredients!

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 cup milk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar (lightly packed)
1 1/2 cups grated zucchini (drained)
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a muffin tin with liners or non-stick spray.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, mix oil, milk, eggs, vanilla, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Stir in the grated zucchini until fully incorporated.
Combine wet and dry mixtures gently until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
Fold in chocolate chips before filling muffin cups about three-quarters full.
Bake for 20–22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool in the tin for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
Calories: 190
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Ensure the zucchini is well-drained to prevent sogginess. Customize your muffins by adding nuts or using different types of chocolate chips.