Description
Deliciously moist and guilt-free brownies made with zucchini.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the grated zucchini, honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- These brownies can be frozen for longer storage.
- Feel free to add chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Zucchini Brownies, Guilt-Free Treat, Healthy Dessert