Super Sneaky Brownies
Indulge your sweet tooth with a healthy twist by making these irresistibly rich and fudgy "Super Sneaky Brownies." Perfect for dessert enthusiasts, this recipe secretly sneaks shredded zucchini into the batter, adding natural moisture and a dose of hidden nutrients without compromising on decadence. Melted butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips form a luscious base, while a blend of granulated and brown sugars ensures the perfect balance of sweetness. Each bite is enhanced with the deep flavors of cocoa powder and optional crunchy walnuts or extra chocolate chips. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and ready in under an hour, these brownies are ideal for satisfying cravings, even for picky eaters who will never guess the secret ingredient! Whether you're looking for a creative way to use zucchini or simply want a crowd-pleasing treat, these easy, one-bowl brownies are sure to be a hit.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (shredded) zucchini
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips together in 30-second increments, stirring after each round, until smooth and fully combined.
Transfer the melted butter and chocolate mixture to a large mixing bowl. Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Add the eggs, one at a time, to the mixture, beating well after each addition until the batter is thick and glossy.
Fold in the shredded zucchini, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the mixture. The zucchini will add moisture and nutrients but will be hidden in the final product.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until no streaks of flour remain. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender brownie texture.
If desired, fold in walnuts or additional chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.7 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.6 g | 423% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 2259 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 395.3 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 302.3 g | ||
| Protein | 22.9 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 464 mg | 10% | |
*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.
