Fudgy Double Chocolate Zucchini Brownies
These fudgy double chocolate zucchini brownies are moist, decadent, and surprisingly veggie-forward, combining rich chocolate flavor with the moisture of finely shredded zucchini for a perfect treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (50 g) brown sugar
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup (130 g) dark chocolate, chopped or chips, melted
- 1 cup (about 120 g) shredded zucchini, finely grated and squeezed dry
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides and lightly grease the paper.
- Shred about 1 cup (120 g) zucchini finely using a box grater or food processor. Squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- In a large bowl, whisk granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Melt dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second bursts, stirring between each until smooth. Let cool slightly, then add to the wet mixture and stir until fully incorporated.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula until no flour streaks remain. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the shredded zucchini until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top evenly with a spatula.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, starting to check at 30 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
- Cool brownies completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing.
Notes
Squeeze zucchini thoroughly to remove excess moisture to avoid soggy brownies. Use good quality dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa) for best flavor and texture. Do not overmix batter to keep brownies tender. Tent pan with foil if edges brown too quickly. Let brownies cool completely before slicing for best fudgy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (1/16th of
- Calories: 140
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 2
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