Decadent Vegan Zucchini Brownies
Indulge in these rich and luscious Vegan Zucchini Brownies that are a perfect blend of comfort and health.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar (or coconut sugar)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grate the zucchini using a box grater and squeeze to remove excess moisture.
- Mix the grated zucchini, vegetable oil, applesauce, sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl.
- Sift the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt into another bowl.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients gently to avoid over-mixing.
- Add chocolate chips if desired.
- Prepare an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or grease it.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool the brownies in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
These brownies can be served with powdered sugar or coconut whipped cream. Feel free to add nuts or chocolate sauce for extra flavor!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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