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Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins are rich, soft, and full of warm chocolate flavor. These muffins taste like a sweet bakery treat, but they also include fresh zucchini.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 245 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ½ cup oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups shredded zucchini no need to peel
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions
 

Mix the Dry Ingredients

  • Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl until fully combined.

Prepare the Wet Ingredients

  • Whisk eggs, sugar, oil, milk, and vanilla in another bowl until the mixture looks smooth and well mixed.

Add the Zucchini

  • Stir shredded zucchini into the wet mixture. Do not squeeze it because the moisture helps the muffins stay soft.

Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

  • Pour the wet mixture into the dry bowl. Gently fold until the batter forms. Do not overmix to keep muffins light.

Add Chocolate Chips

  • Fold chocolate chips into the batter. Leave a few chips aside to sprinkle on top before baking.

Fill the Muffin Pan

  • Line a muffin pan with paper liners. Fill each cup about three-fourths full using a spoon or scoop.

Add Extra Chocolate Chips

  • Sprinkle a few chocolate chips on the top of each muffin for a bakery-style look and more chocolate flavor.

Bake the Muffins

  • Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20–22 minutes. Check with a toothpick. It should come out slightly moist, not wet.

Cool the Muffins

  • Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Move them to a cooling rack to cool completely and set well.

Notes

  • Do not squeeze the zucchini. The natural water helps keep the muffins moist.
  • Use good-quality cocoa for richer taste.
  • Add walnuts for a crunchy texture.
  • Replace oil with melted coconut oil for a light coconut flavor.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon for warm spice.
  • Use mini chocolate chips if you want softer chocolate pockets.
  • Make them healthier by adding half whole wheat flour.
Keyword Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins