Chocolate Zucchini Brownies Recipe
Indulge in these decadent Chocolate Zucchini Brownies that are rich, moist, and perfectly chocolatey. The addition of shredded zucchini keeps them extra moist and adds a hint of freshness. Topped with a luscious chocolate frosting, these brownies are a delightful treat for any chocolate lover.
- Author: Jeannette
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Brownies:
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 1/2 cups finely shredded zucchini
For the Frosting:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 5 tablespoons dark chocolate unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 6 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 13×9 baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside.
- For the brownies: In a large bowl, combine oil, sugars, and vanilla extract. Add in flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir together until well blended. Fold in shredded zucchini. Let batter sit for 10 minutes before pouring into the baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting: In a small bowl, combine melted butter and cocoa powder. Add powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth. Spread over cooled brownies. Cut into bars and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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