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Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins: 5 Reasons to Love Them


  • Author: ushinzomr

Description

Moist and delicious zucchini muffins loaded with chocolate chips, perfect for breakfast or a snack.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease with non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the grated zucchini, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
  6. Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • You can substitute half of the oil with applesauce for a healthier option.
  • These muffins freeze well. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 8
  • Saturated Fat: 1
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 24
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 30

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