Um, Why Zucchini?
Well, in short, they are a great way to add some moisture to the batter, add some vegetables in your diet, and add some fiber to the muffins. No, they are NOT guilt-free muffins because there is some zucchini in them, because zucchini or not, I don’t think eating should EVER make someone feel guilty. Zucchinis are about 94% water, and when you grate them, that makes them release this water content much more easily. As the muffins are heated up in the oven, the water gets released and absorbed by the flour. As a result, the fudgy chocolate zucchini muffins come out of the oven super moist. Plus, when you combine it with the chocolate, dairy-free milk, sugar, and vegan butter, you practically hide all the zucchini flavor.
Ingredients and Substitutes for Fudgy Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
Zucchini: Substitute with grated carrots for a different flavor. Granulated sugar: Substitute with coconut sugar or cane sugar for a different sweetness profile. Dairy-free milk: Use almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk. Vegan butter: Substitute with coconut oil or any neutral-flavored oil. Vanilla extract: Optional, but can be substituted with almond extract for a different flavor. All-purpose flour: Substitute with whole wheat flour, spelt flour, or a gluten-free flour blend. Cocoa powder: No substitute needed, but you can use carob powder for a caffeine-free option. Chocolate chunks or vegan chocolate chips: Optional, but you can substitute with chopped nuts or dried fruit for a different texture. Instant Coffee granules: Skip it if you don’t have it
How to Make Fudgy Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
Preparatory Work
Combine and Bake
Cool and Store
Notes for Fudgy Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
Use a gluten free AP flour to avoid gluten allergies. For best results, use a kitchen scale to measure the ingredients accurately. If using measuring cups, avoid packing the flour. Instead, spoon the flour into the cup and level it off with a knife. For a healthier option, substitute with whole wheat flour or spelt flour. These flours absorb more liquid, so add an extra dash of dairy-free milk to the batter.
Tips to Bake the Perfect Fudgy Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
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