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Triple Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Rich and moist triple chocolate zucchini muffins with cocoa, semi-sweet, and dark chocolate, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 215

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup canola oil
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 1/2 cups grated zucchini about 2 medium zucchinis, squeezed dry
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 ounces dark chocolate chopped
  • nonstick cooking spray for greasing muffin tins

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly spray standard muffin tins with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, and canola oil until smooth and well combined.
  3. Add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder to the bowl. Mix until the dry ingredients are fully incorporated and no streaks remain.
  4. Fold in the grated zucchini, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and chopped dark chocolate until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. You should get 30 to 32 muffins.
  6. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the tops spring back when lightly touched. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 185mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18g

Notes

To prevent soggy muffins, squeeze the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture before adding to the batter. You can substitute canola oil with melted coconut oil or unsweetened applesauce for a different flavor. Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. For a lighter texture, do not overmix the batter once the flour is added. These muffins are delicious on their own, but a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream makes a nice dessert.

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