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Fudgy Zucchini Brownies Recipe Easy Homemade with Sea Salt Chocolate Drizzle

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These fudgy zucchini brownies combine rich chocolate flavor with moist zucchini and a gourmet sea salt dark chocolate drizzle, perfect for quick and easy last-minute desserts.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (about 1 medium) zucchini, grated and squeezed to remove excess water
  • 4 ounces (115g) dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • Pinch of flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×9 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Grate about 1 cup of zucchini (roughly one medium zucchini). Place it in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
  3. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
  5. Stir the grated zucchini into the wet ingredients until evenly combined.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until no streaks remain. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. While the brownies bake, melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth. Stir in a pinch of flaky sea salt.
  9. Once the brownies are out of the oven and slightly cooled (10-15 minutes), drizzle the melted chocolate over the top. Let cool completely to allow the drizzle to harden.
  10. Cut into 16 squares using a sharp knife, wiping the knife between cuts for neat edges. Serve at room temperature or slightly warmed.

Notes

Squeeze out excess moisture from zucchini to prevent soggy or cakey brownies. Do not overmix the batter to keep brownies soft and fudgy. Drizzle chocolate when brownies are warm but not hot to avoid seizing. Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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