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Zucchini Brownies with Peanut Butter Frosting

Zucchini brownies with peanut butter frosting: Indulgent and Guilt-Free!

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These Zucchini Brownies topped with creamy Peanut Butter Frosting are a delicious and guilt-free dessert option that satisfies your sweet tooth without the calories.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup grated zucchini
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the grated zucchini, sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until combined.
  3. In another bowl, mix together the flour and cocoa powder.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Let the brownies cool before frosting.
  7. For the frosting, combine peanut butter and powdered sugar until creamy and spread on top of the cooled brownies.

Notes

  • Make sure to squeeze out excess moisture from the zucchini before adding it to the batter.
  • These brownies can be served warm or cold, with or without frosting.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg