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Fudgy Double Chocolate Zucchini Brownies Easy Moist Center Recipe

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These fudgy double chocolate zucchini brownies feature a velvety, glossy top with a moist, dense center. The shredded zucchini adds moisture and subtle earthiness without compromising the rich chocolate flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (or substitute almond flour for gluten-free option)
  • 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder (use Dutch-processed for deeper flavor)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (120g) finely shredded zucchini, squeezed dry
  • 1/2 cup (90g) semisweet chocolate chips or chunks
  • Optional Topping: 2 tablespoons cocoa powder mixed with 1 tablespoon sugar (for dusting)
  • Optional Topping: Extra chocolate chunks for sprinkling on top before baking

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. Shred 1 cup of zucchini finely using a box grater or food processor. Place the shredded zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
  3. In a medium bowl, sift together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk 3/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup light brown sugar with 2 large room-temperature eggs until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened (about 2-3 minutes by hand).
  5. Slowly pour in 1/2 cup melted butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract into the egg mixture, whisking until smooth.
  6. Gently fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients using a rubber spatula. Mix just until combined.
  7. Fold in the squeezed shredded zucchini and 1/2 cup of semisweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  8. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan, smoothing the top with the spatula. Sprinkle extra chocolate chunks on top if desired.
  9. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Check around 25 minutes by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  10. Cool completely on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Squeeze zucchini well to avoid watery batter. Use room temperature eggs for better mixing. Do not overmix after adding flour to keep brownies fudgy. Use good quality Dutch-processed cocoa and bittersweet chocolate chunks for best flavor. Remove brownies from oven when center is still slightly gooey for perfect moist texture. Cool completely on wire rack to prevent sogginess.

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