Low Fat Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
Indulge in guilt-free decadence with these Low Fat Chocolate Zucchini Muffins—perfectly moist, rich, and brimming with wholesome goodness! Crafted with non-fat Greek yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, and shredded zucchini, these muffins strike the perfect balance between health-conscious and chocolate-filled indulgence. A hint of cinnamon enhances the cocoa flavor, while a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips adds just the right touch of sweetness. Ready in just 35 minutes and made in a single bowl, this easy recipe is ideal for a quick breakfast, post-workout snack, or satisfying dessert. Sneak some veggies into your day while savoring a chocolatey treat that's as nourishing as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (non-fat, plain)
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Shredded zucchini
- 0.25 cup Mini chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or spray with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, beat the egg lightly. Add the Greek yogurt, applesauce, brown sugar, and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth and creamy.
Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure tender muffins.
Carefully fold in the shredded zucchini and mini chocolate chips, distributing evenly throughout the batter.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Enjoy your low-fat chocolate zucchini muffins as a guilt-free treat or snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1415 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.0 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 224 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 2268 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 278.1 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.3 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 95.7 g | ||
| Protein | 53.8 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 353 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 20.9 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 1842 mg | 39% | |
*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.
