Description
Delicious Chocolate Zucchini Muffins that blend indulgence and nutrition, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup applesauce
- 1 egg
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Mix together whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Whisk together maple syrup, applesauce, egg, and vanilla extract in another bowl.
- Stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the grated zucchini.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
These muffins can be frozen for later enjoyment. They are also great for sneaking vegetables into your diet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg