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Veggie-Loaded Chocolate Muffins

Indulge Guilt-Free with Veggie-Loaded Chocolate Muffins

These Veggie-Loaded Chocolate Muffins are a delightful treat for chocolate lovers seeking nutrition without compromise.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup cocoa powder unsweetened preferred
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
For the Veggie-Boost
  • 1 cup grated zucchini
  • 0.5 cup mashed sweet potato can substitute with pumpkin puree
For the Mixture
  • 2 large eggs or flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup chocolate chips dark chocolate recommended

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir in grated zucchini and mashed sweet potato.
  4. Combine the wet ingredient mixture with the dry ingredients, gently mixing until just combined to avoid overmixing.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins can be frozen for up to 3 months. Store in an airtight container for best results.

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