Frosted Zucchini Brownies
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey decadence of Frosted Zucchini Brownies—an irresistible dessert that sneaks a healthy twist into every luscious bite. These moist and fudgy brownies are packed with finely grated zucchini, making them a perfect way to incorporate veggies into your treats without compromising on flavor. A velvety chocolate frosting tops them off, adding a creamy sweetness that complements the subtle earthiness of the cocoa. Ideal for chocolate lovers, this easy recipe comes together in just under an hour, with no need for complicated steps or specialty ingredients. Each batch yields 16 squares of pure delight, making it the perfect dessert for family gatherings, potlucks, or just a cozy night in. Whip up a batch of these zucchini brownies today and discover the secret to sneaky-good baking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Zucchini, finely grated
- 0.5 cups Chocolate chips
- 0.25 cups Butter, softened (for frosting)
- 1.75 cups Powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 0.25 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons Milk (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until crumbly.
Fold in the grated zucchini. The batter may seem dry at first, but keep stirring until the moisture from the zucchini combines with the ingredients to form a thick batter.
Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan before frosting.
To prepare the frosting, beat the softened butter in a medium bowl until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and milk. Beat until smooth and spreadable.
Once the brownies are completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top with a spatula.
Cut into 16 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4890 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 214.3 g | 275% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.7 g | 404% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 68.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 3504 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 811.6 g | 295% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 78.2 g | 279% | |
| Total Sugars | 556.2 g | ||
| Protein | 60.5 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 389 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 37.6 mg | 209% | |
| Potassium | 3501 mg | 74% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
