These chocolate zucchini bars are a delightful treat that combines the rich, velvety goodness of chocolate with the natural sweetness of zucchini. Moist, fudgy, and bursting with flavor, these bars are perfect for dessert or as a sweet snack. They are also a sneaky way to incorporate some veggies into your diet without sacrificing taste. Prepare to be amazed by the tantalizing blend of chocolate and zucchini in every bite!
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the vanilla extract and egg until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Serve and enjoy!
