Healthy Chocolate Zucchini Muffins Recipe

I’m excited to share a wonderful recipe that combines some unexpected ingredients to create something truly delightful—Chocolate Zucchini Apple Muffins. These muffins are a treat that not only tastes great with a deep chocolate flavor but also packs in some nutrition, making it a hit for both kids and adults. Whether you’re looking for a healthier snack option or just want to sneak some veggies into your dessert, these muffins are perfect!

Why Will You Love this Recipe?

• Healthy Ingredients: With zucchini, apples, and whole wheat flour, these muffins are packed with fiber and vitamins.
• Rich Chocolate Flavor: Cocoa and dark chocolate make these muffins irresistibly rich and chocolaty.
• Kid Friendly: These muffins are a great way to get kids to eat their veggies without even knowing it, thanks to their sweet taste and soft texture.

Recipe Variations

• Include Nuts: Add chopped walnuts or almonds for a crunchy texture and extra protein.
• Try Different Spices: Experiment with adding nutmeg or allspice for a different flavor profile.
• Swap Chocolate: Use milk chocolate or white chocolate chips for a sweeter variation.

Tools You’ll Need

• Grater: To grate the zucchini and apples.
• Mixing Bowls: For combining both wet and dry ingredients.
• Muffin Tin
• Liners

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• Zucchini Waffles
• The Best Easy Oven-baked Zucchini Fritters
• Healthy Oven Baked Zucchini Fritters
• Mini Blueberry Cheesecake Tarts
• Red Velvet Pancake Tacos With Strawberries

Healthy Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Author: Laura Bais

These healthy chocolate zucchini muffins are a fantastic way to enjoy a delicious snack while benefiting from the nutritious content of fruits and vegetables. Give them a try and watch them become a new favorite in your home!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 23 minutes mins

Total Time 33 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine European

Servings 15 muffins

Calories 143.1 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 2 cups grated zucchini (about 300 g)
• 2 eggs
• 2 apples peeled and grated
• 1/4 cup olive oil (60 g)
• 1/3 cup agave syrup (80 g)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour (160 g)
• 3 tablespoons cocoa powder (25 g)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/3 teaspoon salt
• 3 oz dark chocolate chopped (80 g)

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
• Grate the zucchini and set it aside to drain while you prepare the other ingredients.
• Peel and grate the apples into a pulp.
• In a large bowl, mix the baking powder with the whole wheat flour.
• Squeeze excess water from the zucchini, then mix it in a separate bowl with the eggs, vanilla, olive oil, agave syrup, and grated apples.
• Combine the wet and dry ingredients, then fold in the chopped dark chocolate.
• Distribute the batter among the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
• Bake for about 20-23 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 143.1kcalCarbohydrates: 18.3gProtein: 3gFat: 7.1gSaturated Fat: 2.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.6gTrans Fat: 0.004gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 171mgFiber: 2.9gSugar: 7.8gVitamin A: 81.4IUVitamin C: 4.9mgCalcium: 49.1mgIron: 1.5mg

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