Fudgy Zucchini Brownies

Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistibly fudgy zucchini brownies—a dessert that’s as wholesome as it is decadent! Perfectly balanced between rich chocolate flavor and moist, tender texture, these brownies are secretly packed with shredded zucchini, giving them a naturally moist and luscious bite without compromising on indulgence. Enhanced with melty chocolate chips and the optional crunch of chopped walnuts, they’re a delightful twist on a classic treat. Ready in just 40 minutes from start to finish, this easy recipe combines pantry staples like cocoa powder, flour, and sugar to create a dessert perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re sneaking in some extra veggies or simply looking for the ultimate gooey, chocolate dessert, these zucchini brownies are sure to steal the show.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 9

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 piece Egg, large
• 0.33 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Zucchini, shredded
• 0.5 cup Chocolate chips
• 0.25 cup Walnuts (optional, chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate large mixing bowl, lightly beat the egg and then whisk in the vegetable oil and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Gently fold in the shredded zucchini until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

If you'd like, stir in the chocolate chips and walnuts for an extra layer of texture and flavor.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly using a spatula.

Step 8

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (do not overbake).

Step 9

Remove the pan from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 10

Once cooled, cut into 9 squares and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	945.7 grams (945.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2858

Total Fat 144.50g	185%
Saturated Fat 43.20g	216%
Polyunsaturated Fat 45.40g
Cholesterol 186mg	62%
Sodium 1356mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate 431.10g	157%
Dietary Fiber 58.20g	208%
Total Sugars 255.90g
Protein 53.80g	108%

Vitamin D 40IU	200%
Calcium 333mg	26%
Iron 29mg	158%
Potassium 3255mg	69%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 53.2%