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Moist and rich chocolate muffins with grated zucchini for added moisture and nutrition, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a dessert treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup grated zucchini (excess moisture squeezed out)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Squeeze excess moisture from the grated zucchini using a clean towel or paper towels.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar; whisk in the eggs and vanilla until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt, breaking up any lumps.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips with a spatula without overmixing.
  7. Divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full, and optionally sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top.
  8. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool muffins in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Always wring out extra moisture from the grated zucchini with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel to improve muffin texture., Use room temperature eggs for fluffier, lighter muffins., Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent tough muffins; a slightly lumpy batter is fine., Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top before baking for enhanced chocolate flavor and aroma., Store muffins in an airtight container to maintain moisture., Serve with Greek yogurt for a flavor contrast, or accompany with coffee or tea., Muffins can be dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with melted chocolate for parties., Eat warm for gooey chocolate enjoyment., Additions like 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans can add crunch., Try spices like cinnamon (1 teaspoon) or nutmeg (a pinch) for flavor variation., Mix in 1/2 cup dried fruit (raisins or cranberries) for sweetness., For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend., For vegan version, replace eggs with flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water) and use plant-based oil or vegan butter., Store at room temperature up to 3 days or in refrigerator up to 5 days; warming recommended before eating., Freeze up to 3 months, thaw before reheating., Make-ahead tips: grate zucchini and squeeze moisture a day ahead; refrigerate batter up to 24 hours before baking.

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