HEALTHY ZUCCHINI BROWNIES

These Healthy Zucchini Brownies are the perfect guilt-free dessert that doesn't compromise on rich chocolate flavor! Moist, fudgy, and naturally sweetened, these brownies sneak in shredded zucchini for an added boost of fiber and moisture. Whether you're trying to use up garden zucchini or looking for a cleaner way to indulge your sweet tooth, these brownies are a must-try. Made without refined sugar and loaded with wholesome ingredients, they’re ideal for kids and adults alike. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or chilled for a firmer bite!

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients

1 cup almond butter
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup + 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 medium zucchini grated
1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 180C/350F. Line an 8 x 8-inch pan with parchment paper and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the almond butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Add in the cocoa powder and baking powder. Fold through the zucchini and chocolate chips.
Transfer the brownie batter to the lined pan and bake for 25-27 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out just clean from the center.
Allow brownies to cool in the pan completely before slicing and serving.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla Greek yogurt or banana nice cream for a healthy dessert.
Chill in the fridge for a denser texture and richer flavor.
Sprinkle with chopped nuts or extra chocolate chips before baking for added texture.

Tips:

Let brownies cool fully before slicing for clean, neat pieces.
If you don't have maple syrup, you can use honey for natural sweetness, or a sugar-free syrup if on keto.
Add a touch of espresso powder to enhance the chocolate flavor.

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