Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Secretly Healthy Zucchini Brownies, where rich chocolate flavor meets wholesome ingredients. These brownies are a guilt-free treat that’s perfect for family gatherings, lunchboxes, or cozy nights in. The sneaky addition of zucchini keeps them moist and delicious while reducing calories and sugar, making them an ideal dessert for health-conscious individuals. With options to customize with nuts or chocolate chips, you can easily make these brownies your own. Enjoy a dessert that feels decadent but is packed with nutrition!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups finely grated zucchini
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup flour (oat or all-purpose)
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together the grated zucchini, brown sugar, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in any chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 143
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg