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Wholesome Sneaky Zucchini Brownies Kids Love Easy Healthy Recipe

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These fudgy brownies sneak in zucchini for a moist, healthy treat that kids love. Perfect for after-school snacks or anytime you want a delicious dessert with a hidden veggie boost.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour (or almond flour for a gluten-free option)
  • ½ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar (or coconut sugar)
  • ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups (150g) finely grated zucchini, squeezed dry (about 1 medium zucchini)
  • Optional add-ins:
  • ½ cup (90g) mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Grate the zucchini finely. Place it in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much liquid as possible to get about 1 ½ cups (150g) of dry zucchini.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon if using.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with sugar until slightly thickened. Add the oil and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth. Fold in the grated zucchini evenly.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together using a spatula until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
  6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into squares.

Notes

Squeeze zucchini thoroughly to avoid soggy brownies. Fold batter gently to keep brownies tender. Start checking doneness at 25 minutes to avoid overbaking. For richer chocolate flavor, add 1 tablespoon espresso powder. Frozen zucchini can be used if thawed and squeezed well.

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