Description
Moist, chocolatey muffins loaded with grated vegetables, making them a sneaky and nutritious snack for kids.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup grated zucchini (well-drained)
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin.
- In a bowl, whisk the wet ingredients: eggs, oil, applesauce, and milk.
- In another bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the grated zucchini and carrot.
- Portion the batter 3/4 full into the muffin cups.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
For best results, squeeze excess moisture from the grated zucchini before mixing and ensure ingredients are at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American