Zucchini Chip Cupcakes

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweetness and texture with these irresistible Zucchini Chip Cupcakes—your next favorite bake! Bursting with moisture from freshly grated zucchini and a delightful touch of rich chocolate chips, these cupcakes offer a unique twist on classic desserts. Warm cinnamon adds aromatic depth, while optional walnuts lend a satisfying crunch. With just 35 minutes from prep to plate, this recipe is simple to whip up yet spectacular in flavor, ideal for brunches, afternoon snacks, or sweet endings to any meal. Perfectly portioned and made with wholesome ingredients, these zucchini cupcakes are a deliciously creative way to sneak veggies into your treats!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 units Large eggs
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Zucchini, grated
• 0.5 cup Semisweet chocolate chips
• 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined.

Step 5

Gently fold in the grated zucchini, chocolate chips, and walnuts (if using). Be careful not to overmix to avoid dense cupcakes.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve as is or with a light dusting of powdered sugar for added sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	879.5 grams (879.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2329

Total Fat 64.60g	83%
Saturated Fat 25.50g	127%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 372mg	124%
Sodium 1846mg	80%
Total Carbohydrate 413.40g	150%
Dietary Fiber 18.70g	67%
Total Sugars 256.10g
Protein 46.70g	93%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 279mg	21%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 1574mg	33%

*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: 24.0%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 68.3%