Frosted Zucchini Brownies

Zucchini is a versatile vegetable that adds moisture and nutrients to baked goods like brownies while remaining undetectable in taste.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Frosted Zucchini Brownies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Baked Goods, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Zucchini
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 Eggs
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon Milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
2. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out any excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
9. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk to make the frosting.
11. Once the brownies have cooled, drizzle the frosting over the top.
12. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 34g12%

Sugars 20g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.