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Fudgy Kid Friendly Zucchini Brownies

Rich, moist, kid-friendly chocolate brownies made extra fudgy with finely shredded zucchini.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 brownies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 248
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Batter
  • 1 1/2 cups zucchini finely shredded, lightly packed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup walnuts chopped, optional

Equipment

  • 1 8x8-inch baking pan lined with parchment or greased
  • 1 box grater for shredding zucchini
  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Finely shred the zucchini. If it is extremely wet, lightly pat away excess moisture, but do not squeeze it completely dry.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and glossy.
  4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract and whisk until fully combined.
  5. Add the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir gently until mostly combined.
  6. Add the shredded zucchini and milk, then fold until the batter is thick and smooth. Stir in the chocolate chips and walnuts if using.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, until the top is set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  9. Cool the brownies completely in the pan before slicing into 12 squares and serving.

Notes

For the fudgiest texture, shred the zucchini finely and do not remove all its moisture. Do not overbake; the brownies should still have moist crumbs in the center. Optional walnuts can be omitted for a nut-free batch.