Description
These Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins are a delightful combination of sweet chocolate and fresh zucchini, offering a tasty and healthy option for breakfast or snacks. Quick to make and irresistibly flavorful, they’re perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup oil
- 1/3 cup mashed banana
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the oil, mashed banana, buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out the excess moisture, then stir it into the wet ingredients.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients and gently fold in the chocolate chips until just mixed.
- Divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling them about 2/3 full and bake for 17-18 minutes until springy to the touch.
- Transfer the muffins to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
For an extra touch, sprinkle some chocolate chips on top before baking.
These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Use a mix of chocolate chips and nuts for added texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
