How to Make Whole-Wheat Dark Chocolate Zucchini Brownies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Do you want to satisfy your sweet tooth while sneaking in some extra nutrients? Look no further than these Whole-Wheat Dark Chocolate Zucchini Brownies! Packed with fiber and vitamins from the zucchini and whole-wheat flour, these brownies are a healthier take on a classic treat. Plus, the addition of dark chocolate gives them a rich, indulgent flavor that will have you coming back for more.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup white whole-wheat flour
  • ⅓ cup NESTLE® TOLL HOUSE® Baking Cocoa
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1 cup NESTLE® TOLL HOUSE® Dark Chocolate Morsels, divided
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups grated zucchini

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 brownies

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 9-inch-square baking pan with foil.
  • Combine flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt in medium bowl.
  • Melt 3/4 cup morsels in large, microwave-safe bowl on HIGH (100%) power for 1 minute; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Stir in oil, brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg whites and vanilla extract. Stir in flour mixture; fold in zucchini. Spread into prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup morsels over top.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out slightly sticky. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Lift brownies from pan; cut into 16 squares. Store in airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Nutrition

    170 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 169mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 10mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 109mg