Zucchini Cupcakes with Mini-Chocolate Chips and Cream Cheese Frosting

Zucchini is a versatile vegetable that can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. It adds moisture and a subtle flavor to these delicious cupcakes.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 17.

Print Recipe

Medium

Zucchini Cupcakes with Mini-Chocolate Chips and Cream Cheese Frosting

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Any, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Zucchini
• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cinnamon
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Nutmeg
• ¹⁄₂ cup Vegetable oil
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Mini-chocolate chips
• 1 package Cream cheese
• ¹⁄₄ cup Butter
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out any excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Add the grated zucchini and mix well.
5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the mini-chocolate chips.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
10. Once the cupcakes have cooled, frost them with the cream cheese frosting.
11. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

---

Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

---

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