Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins
Zucchini chocolate chip muffins are a delightful treat that perfectly combines healthy ingredients with indulgent chocolate. These moist, fluffy muffins are ideal for breakfast, snacks, or a sweet dessert—disguising veggies in the most delicious way. The subtle sweetness of zucchini complements the rich chocolate chips, making every bite a heavenly experience. Whip up a batch to fill your kitchen with an inviting aroma and impress family and friends with this easy recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium zucchini (about 1 cup grated)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or applesauce)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugars, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Create a well in the dry mixture and add eggs, oil, vanilla extract, and zucchini; stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Fill muffin cups about three-quarters full with batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg