Large Batch Lower-Sugar Zucchini Brownies
Delicious, fudgy brownies made with grated zucchini for a healthy twist on a classic treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar or sugar substitute
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Prepare your zucchini by grating it and patting it dry with a paper towel.
- Mix the wet ingredients: zucchini, applesauce, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine the dry ingredients in a separate bowl: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine the wet and dry mixtures, stirring gently until just combined.
- Add in the nuts and chocolate chips, folding gently.
- Prepare a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking for moist crumbs with a toothpick.
- Cool the brownies for 10 minutes before lifting out to cool on a wire rack.
Notes
For a nut-free option, leave out the nuts or replace them with seeds. These brownies can be frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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