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Zucchini Muffins

Zucchini Muffins
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These delicious and moist Zucchini Muffins are a healthy and tasty treat perfect for breakfast or a wholesome snack. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they offer natural sweetness and subtle freshness from grated zucchini, resulting in soft, family-friendly muffins that are customizable with nuts, chocolate chips, or spices.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups grated zucchini (squeezed to remove excess moisture)
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅔ cup vegetable oil
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare and preheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it to prevent sticking. Grate about 2 cups of zucchini, then gently squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ¾ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon until evenly combined.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat 2 large eggs with ⅔ cup vegetable oil, ¾ cup packed brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  4. Bring it all together: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Fold in the grated zucchini, mixing just enough to distribute evenly without overmixing.
  5. Bake to perfection: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Drain zucchini well: Removing excess water prevents soggy muffins.
  • Don’t overmix: Mix batter until just combined to keep muffins tender.
  • Use room temperature eggs: Helps ingredients blend more smoothly and bake evenly.
  • Add mix-ins last: Incorporate nuts or chips at the end to avoid sinking.
  • Test for doneness: Insert a toothpick in the center to ensure muffins are fully baked.

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