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
Other Recipes You’ll Love
- 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
Ingredients
- 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.