Dark Chocolate Zucchini Brownies

Feel free to treat yourself to these dark chocolate zucchini brownies that are better for you because they are made with whole wheat flour and zucchini.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup grated zucchini
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F 175C

Grease a baking dish

In a mixing bowl, combine grated zucchini, applesauce, honey or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract

In another bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt

Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until well combined

Fold in dark chocolate chips

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly

Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean

Allow the brownies to cool before slicing and serving