Zucchini Brownies
Moist, fudgy brownies made with grated zucchini for a rich, chocolatey treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup grated zucchini Use the medium side of a box grater.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder Use unsweetened cocoa powder for best results.
- ½ cup sugar Adjust sugar up or down by a few tablespoons to taste.
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips Optional; may substitute with chopped walnuts or pecans.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine grated zucchini, flour, cocoa powder, sugar, vegetable oil, applesauce, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips if using.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing into squares and serving.
Notes
Store cooled brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.