Healthy & Moist Chocolate Zucchini Muffins for Guilt-Free Indulgence
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Indulge in these healthy and moist chocolate zucchini muffins, perfect for guilt-free snacking.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup shredded zucchini
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, mix together the shredded zucchini, honey or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let them cool for a few minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For added moisture, make sure to squeeze excess water from the zucchini before adding it to the batter.
- These muffins can be stored at room temperature for a few days or frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg