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Delicious Double Chocolate Zucchini Brownies with Sea Salt

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These double chocolate zucchini brownies combine rich cocoa flavor with moist zucchini and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for a fudgy, crowd-pleasing treat that sneaks in veggies without sacrificing indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (can swap for almond flour for gluten-free option)
  • 1/2 cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (plus more for sprinkling)
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar (can substitute with coconut sugar)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups (about 180g) grated zucchini, lightly packed
  • 1/2 cup (90g) mini semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
  • Flaky sea salt for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Grate about 1 1/2 cups (180g) of zucchini; no need to squeeze out moisture.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until no lumps remain.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in grated zucchini and chocolate chips gently with a spatula.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top.
  9. Bake for 30–35 minutes, checking at 30 minutes with a toothpick; it should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Cool brownies completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep brownies fudgy. Use room temperature eggs for smooth mixing. Grate zucchini finely to avoid uneven texture. Sprinkle sea salt on top for a crunchy contrast. Check doneness early to avoid overbaking. For gluten-free, swap flour with almond flour. For vegan, use flax eggs and coconut oil instead of butter.

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