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Healthy & Moist Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Healthy & Moist Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
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Indulge in the delightful and nutritious experience of Healthy & Moist Chocolate Zucchini Muffins. These scrumptious treats combine the rich flavor of chocolate with the added moisture and nutrition from grated zucchini, making them an ideal choice for breakfast or a guilt-free snack. With wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, natural sweeteners, and chocolate chips, these muffins are not only easy to make but also perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without compromising on health. Whether you enjoy them warm out of the oven or as a quick bite during the day, these muffins are sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 1½ cups grated zucchini
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup avocado oil
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ⅔ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1¼ cups whole wheat flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅓ cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Squeeze excess moisture from the grated zucchini using a clean kitchen towel.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine drained zucchini, eggs, avocado oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and applesauce; whisk until blended.
  4. Add flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt; stir gently until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
  5. Divide batter among muffin tin compartments (about three-quarters full) and sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top if desired.
  6. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

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