Chocolate Zucchini Muffins – Gluten Free: Deliciously Healthy Recipe for All!
Deliciously healthy muffins made with zucchini and chocolate, perfect for a gluten-free diet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
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, honey (or maple syrup), vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- If using, fold in the chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze out excess moisture from the grated zucchini.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- These muffins can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg