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Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins

These Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins are moist, fluffy, and easy to make! A perfect blend of veggies and indulgent chocolate!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1/2 cup canola or vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup finely shredded zucchini
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Muffin tin
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease your muffin tin with cooking spray or line each cup with paper liners.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, beat together the eggs, sugar, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Stir in the shredded zucchini to the wet mixture.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts, if using.
  8. Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  9. Bake for about 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  10. Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
  • Freeze muffins wrapped in plastic for up to 3 months.
  • For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend.