Vegan Zucchini Brownies Recipe

Original recipe yields 16 servings

Ingredients

• Cooking spray
• 1 cup white sugar
• cup brown sugar
• cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• cup cocoa powder (such as Hershey's)
• 1 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups shredded zucchini
• 1 cup vegan chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350F (175C). Spray a 9-inch square pan with cooking spray.

Step 2: In a large bowl, combine white sugar, brown sugar, and olive oil. Beat with an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 3: Add the vanilla extract and mix it in thoroughly.

Step 4: Slowly add the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until all ingredients are fully combined. Note: the batter will be dry at this point.

Step 5: Stir in the shredded zucchini and continue mixing with a spoon until the zucchini is evenly distributed throughout the batter. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes, allowing it to become more moist.

Step 6: Once the batter has softened, stir in the vegan chocolate chips until well combined.

Step 7: Transfer the batter into the prepared 9-inch square pan and spread it evenly.

Step 8: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is dry and the edges begin to pull away from the sides of the pan.

Step 9: Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing into squares.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 246
• Fat: 11g (14% Daily Value)
• Saturated Fat: 3g (15% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 269mg (12% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrates: 38g (14% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 2g (8% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 23g
• Protein: 3g (6% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 4mg (4% Daily Value)
• Calcium: 17mg (1% Daily Value)
• Iron: 2mg (8% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 164mg (3% Daily Value)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.