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Easy Fudgy Zucchini Brownies

These Easy Fudgy Zucchini Brownies are rich, moist, and loaded with chocolate flavor. Fresh shredded zucchini keeps every bite incredibly soft without adding any noticeable vegetable taste, making this an easy dessert the whole family will love.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 Brownies
Calories 205 kcal

Equipment

  • * 8x8-inch baking pan
  • * Parchment paper (optional)
  • Large mixing bowl
  • * Medium mixing bowl
  • Box grater
  • * Whisk
  • * Rubber spatula
  • * Measuring cups and spoons
  • * Cooling rack

Ingredients
  

Brownie Batter

  • 1½ cups shredded zucchini do not peel or squeeze dry
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup melted unsalted butter or coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Optional Mix-Ins

  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Optional for Serving

  • Vanilla ice cream
  • Chocolate sauce
  • Fresh berries
  • Whipped cream
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to **350°F (175°C)**. Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  • Shred the zucchini using the large holes of a box grater. Do not peel it and do not squeeze out the moisture.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  • Stir the shredded zucchini into the wet ingredients until evenly combined.
  • Add the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix just until combined. The batter will seem thick at first but will loosen as the zucchini releases moisture.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips or nuts if using.
  • Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake for **25–30 minutes**, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  • Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for at least **20 minutes** before slicing.
  • Serve as is or with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Don't squeeze the zucchini dry—the moisture is what creates the fudgy texture.
Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the brownies tender.
 Slightly underbaking creates a richer, fudgier brownie.
 Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
 These brownies freeze beautifully for up to 3 months.