Description

These Fudgy Healthy Zucchini Brownies are rich and moist, made with wholesome ingredients like zucchini, almond butter, and raw cacao powder. Perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings while being a nutritious treat.

Ingredients

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1.5 cups Zucchini (finely shredded)
1 cup Almond Butter (creamy)
1/2 cup Maple Syrup (pure)
1/2 cup Raw Cacao Powder
1 large Egg (room temperature)
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
1 tsp Baking Soda
1/4 tsp Sea Salt
1/2 cup Dark Chocolate Chips (70% or higher)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper
Shred the zucchini using the fine side of a grater without squeezing out the moisture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond butter, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth
Sift in the raw cacao powder, baking soda, and sea salt, stirring gently until no large clumps remai
Fold in the shredded zucchini and half of the dark chocolate chips into the batter using a spatula
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips over the surface
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan. For the best texture, chill in the refrigerator for an hour before slicing

Notes

Store the brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.

To enjoy warm, reheat in the oven at 300°F for about 5 minutes.

These brownies can be frozen for up to three months when wrapped individually.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square
Calories: 185 kcal
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 58mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg