Ingredients
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- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- Mix together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Combine the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl and beat until smooth.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix well. Fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
- Mix the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar in another bowl until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture onto the brownie batter and swirl with a knife.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing into squares.
Notes
Ensure the zucchini is well-grated, and squeeze out moisture if necessary. Let the brownies cool completely for clean cuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: brownies, chocolate, dessert, zucchini, cream cheese