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Healthy & Moist Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Healthy & Moist Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
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Discover the delightful fusion of health and indulgence with our Healthy & Moist Chocolate Zucchini Muffins! These muffins are perfectly moist thanks to grated zucchini, offering a delicious twist on classic recipes. Made with less sugar and whole wheat flour, they are an excellent choice for breakfast or as a nutritious snack. With their rich chocolate flavor and subtle sweetness, these muffins are family-friendly and guaranteed to satisfy your sweet cravings without guilt. Whether enjoyed warm with coffee or as part of a brunch spread, they provide a wholesome treat that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ cups grated zucchini
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup avocado oil (or olive oil)
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ⅔ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1¼ cups whole wheat flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅓ cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and prepare a muffin tin with liners or grease lightly.
  2. Squeeze excess moisture from the grated zucchini using a paper towel.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the drained zucchini, eggs, oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and applesauce until smooth.
  4. Add the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.
  6. Fill each muffin compartment about three-quarters full and sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top if desired.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of a muffin.
  8. Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

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