Chocolate Zucchini Muffins: Easy & Gluten Free Treats You’ll Love
Delicious and moist chocolate zucchini muffins that are gluten-free and easy to make. Perfect for a sweet snack!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, mix together the grated zucchini, sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can mix in nuts or dried fruit.
- Ensure the zucchini is well-drained before adding to the batter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Chocolate Zucchini Muffins, Gluten Free