Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins
Indulge in the delightful taste of these Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins, where wholesome zucchini meets rich chocolate chips for a treat that’s perfect for any time of day. These muffins are soft, moist, and packed with flavor thanks to the inclusion of buttermilk. Enjoy them as a nutritious breakfast option or a sweet snack on the go. They are not only easy to make but also versatile enough to cater to different occasions. Plus, with their freezer-friendly nature, you can prepare a batch ahead of time and enjoy them whenever your sweet cravings hit!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups grated fresh zucchini
- 1 ¾ cups white whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 eggs
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- ⅓ cup honey (or pure maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled slightly)
- ½ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Lightly spray a muffin pan with nonstick spray or line with paper or silicone liners.
- Squeeze excess moisture from the grated zucchini using a clean kitchen towel and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, buttermilk, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix gently with a rubber spatula until almost combined. Fold in zucchini and chocolate chips until just incorporated.
- Fill muffin pan evenly with batter and bake at 425°F for 5 minutes. Reduce temperature to 350°F and continue baking for an additional 13 to 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg