Description
Rich chocolate brownies with hidden zucchini, topped with a creamy frosting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup grated zucchini, squeezed dry
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
For the Frosting:
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until combined.
- Whisk in the cocoa powder and vanilla extract.
- Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips (if using).
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- While the brownies are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the milk, beating until smooth and spreadable. Add more milk if needed for desired consistency.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Once the brownies are completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze as much moisture as possible out of the grated zucchini. This prevents the brownies from being too wet.
- Do not overbake the brownies; they should be slightly fudgy in the center.
- Let the brownies cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American