Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated zucchini, packed
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips.
- Fill each muffin liner about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra chocolate flavor, add a tablespoon of espresso powder.
- Make sure to squeeze out excess moisture from the zucchini before adding it to the batter.
- Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT20M
- Category: Muffins
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g