Zucchini brownie
8 servings
60 minutes
Zucchini brownies are an amazing blend of American classic and an unexpected ingredient. The history of brownies dates back to the late 19th century when these dense chocolate cakes became popular in the USA. In this version of the traditional dessert, grated zucchini is used, which gives the batter incredible moisture and tenderness. The rich chocolate flavor remains unchanged, while the light texture makes it an ideal treat with a cup of coffee or tea. This dessert is a great way to add more vegetables to your diet while staying true to sweet pleasures. Its versatility allows you to enjoy it as warm or chilled pieces. Zucchini brownies are a harmony between rich sweetness and the natural juiciness of vegetables, creating a unique culinary experience.
1
Prepare all the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.
- Vegetable oil: 120 ml
- Sugar: 200 g
- Vanilla bean paste: 1 teaspoon
2
Mix butter, sugar, and vanilla in a large bowl.
- Vegetable oil: 120 ml
- Sugar: 200 g
- Vanilla bean paste: 1 teaspoon
3
Add flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- Wheat flour: 260 g
- Cocoa powder: 65 g
- Baking soda: 1.5 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
4
Grate the zucchini on a coarse grater.
- Zucchini: 500 g
5
Mix the zucchini into the batter and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Zucchini: 500 g
6
Mix the dough once more.
7
Add chocolate to the dough and mix again.
- Dark chocolate: 200 g
8
Grease the brownie pan (20x30 cm) with butter and line it with parchment.
- Vegetable oil: 120 ml
9
Place the batter in a mold and bake for 25-35 minutes. Check the brownies for doneness with a toothpick.
10
Let the baked brownies cool slightly on a rack.
11
Serve brownies with your favorite hot drinks.