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Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins


Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins

  • By: Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD
  • Published: January 13, 2014

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Muffins make a convenient snack option when you are on the go.  I often pair this delectable zucchini chocolate chip muffin with a yogurt or a portion of cheese.  Be sure to freeze extras to have them ready and fresh when you need them!


  • Serves: 12
  • Prep time: 15-20 minutes
  • Cook time: 20-25 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cup whole wheat flour
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 cup shredded zucchini
  • ½ cup chocolate chips
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350F.
  2. Combine dry ingredients into mixing bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together egg, oil, milk, lemon juice and vanilla.
  4. Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients with a spoon.
  5. Fold in zucchini and chocolate chips.
  6. Portion into muffin tins and bake for 20-25 minutes.

Enjoy!


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Andrea D'Ambrosio is a Registered Dietitian, health-enthusiast and adoring foodie. She started Dietetic Directions as a way to share science-based information mixed with inspirational content for lifelong change.

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