Chocolate Zucchini Cupcakes
Indulge in the moist decadence of these Chocolate Zucchini Cupcakes! The subtle earthiness of zucchini beautifully complements the rich chocolate flavor, creating a delightful treat that's both satisfying and surprisingly wholesome. Topped with a luscious chocolate frosting and crunchy walnuts, these cupcakes are perfect for any occasion.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
38 g
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Cholesterol
23 mg
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Fiber
1 g
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Protein
3 g
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Saturated Fat
4 g
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Sodium
172 mg
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Sugar
27 g
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Fat
18 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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5 mins
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare two 12-cup muffin tins by greasing them well or lining them with paper liners. (5 minutes)
02 Step
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10 mins
In a large bowl, beat the brown sugar and eggs together using an electric mixer until the mixture is thick and pale in color. This should take approximately 8-10 minutes. (10 minutes)
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2 mins
Gradually blend in the vegetable oil and the melted chocolate until well combined. (2 minutes)
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2 mins
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. (2 minutes)
05 Step
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3 mins
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (3 minutes)
06 Step
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2 mins
Gently fold in the grated zucchini and 1/2 cup of the chopped walnuts. (2 minutes)
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5 mins
Using an ice cream scoop or spoon, fill each prepared muffin cup about 2/3 full with batter. (5 minutes)
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20 mins
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. (20 minutes)
09 Step
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30 mins
Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the muffin tins for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (30 minutes)
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Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, spread the chocolate frosting evenly over the top of each cupcake. Garnish with the remaining chopped walnuts. (10 minutes)
For best results, squeeze out any excess moisture from the grated zucchini before adding it to the batter. This will prevent the cupcakes from becoming soggy.
Feel free to substitute other nuts for the walnuts, such as pecans or almonds.
If you don't have unsweetened chocolate squares, you can use unsweetened cocoa powder instead. Use approximately 1/4 cup of cocoa powder mixed with 2 tablespoons of melted butter or oil.
Store the frosted cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.6/ 5 ( 211 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Freeman Hauck
May 14, 2025I was skeptical about putting zucchini in cupcakes, but these turned out great! My kids loved them.
Brooke Hilll
Mar 23, 2025I added a pinch of cinnamon to the batter and it gave the cupcakes a warm, comforting flavor.
Ada Altenwerth
Mar 16, 2024These cupcakes are amazing! The zucchini makes them so moist and the chocolate flavor is perfect.
Nigel Barton
Dec 3, 2023This recipe is easy to follow and the cupcakes are delicious. I've made them several times and they always come out perfectly.