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September 19, 2012

Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Growing up, my mom always had something sweet around. Whether it was cookies or bars or breads there was always something yummy sitting in the corner of the kitchen.

One of my  favorite afternoon snacks was this delicious chocolate zucchini bread filled with chocolate chips. De-lic-ous. So the other day I called my mom up and asked for her recipe. Oh you are in for a treat! These Chocolate Zucchini Muffins are rich in flavor and melt in your mouth.

I tweaked the recipe to make them gluten-free, egg-free and soy-free, but you could easily make them ‘regular’ as well.

 

Chocolate Zucchini Muffins, gluten-free, egg-free

Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Author: Taryn
Prep time: 20 mins
Cook time: 20 mins
Total time: 40 mins
Serves: 15
Ingredients
  • 3 Eggs (I used Ener-G Egg Replacer equivalent)
  • 3/4 Cup Coconut Oil
  • 2 Cups of Sugar
  • 2 1/2 Cups of Flour (I use GF Flour Mix)
  • 2 1/2 Cups of Grated Zucchini with skin on
  • 1/2 tsp. Xanthum Gum (if making them GF)
  • 1 tsp. Vanilla
  • 1 tsp. Baking Soda
  • 1 1/2 tsp. Baking Powder
  • 4 Tbsp. Cocoa
  • 1 Pkg Chocolate Chips (optional)
  • 1 Cup Chopped Walnuts (optional)
Instructions
  1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Cream eggs, oil, sugar, vanilla together.
  3. In a separate bowl mix dry ingredients together and slowly add them to the egg and sugar mixture.
  4. Continue to blend until throughly mixed.
  5. Stir in zucchini along with chocolate chips and walnuts if desired.
  6. Line muffin tin with liners and fill with batter.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until you can pull a toothpick out clean.
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They were just as good as I remember and my family enjoyed them too. Can’t wait to make them again!

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About Taryn Whiteaker

Hi! I’m Taryn! The voice behind Taryn Whiteaker Designs. I launched this brand over 11 years ago when I became a stay-at-home mom. What started as a small craft and mom blog eventually grew into a full time design and DIY site. My goal has always been to inspire others (especially women!) with design ideas, DIY tutorials, entertaining ideas and give you the tools you need to complete them yourself!

Filed Under: Gluten-Free Goodness, Recipes Tagged With: Gluten-free

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Comments

  1. Ashley says

    September 19, 2012 at 10:02 am

    These look delicious! : )

    What plugin do you use for your recipes?

    Reply
  2. Mary Beth @ Cupcakes and Crinoline says

    September 19, 2012 at 6:18 pm

    These look and sound delicious, Taryn!

    Reply
  3. Amy Adkins says

    September 19, 2012 at 7:22 pm

    I love your gluten free recipes! It’s always encouraging to hear what a fellow gluten free eater is making.

    Reply
  4. Rose @ DIY Eco-friendly Home Decor says

    September 20, 2012 at 2:03 am

    Love zucchini muffins but never made them with chocolate. Gotta try your recipe! Thank you

    Reply
  5. Jen O'Brien says

    September 20, 2012 at 3:58 am

    Hi Taryn, I am so happy I found your blog:)! Just realized you are the creative mind behind the Rustic Growth Chart, my favorite!!!! I am following you via FB & I also shared your chart on FB:). Have a great THursday, Jen

    Reply
  6. Hilani-Handmade by Hilani says

    September 20, 2012 at 8:45 am

    Shut the front door, awesome! :)

    Reply
  7. Gina says

    September 20, 2012 at 4:13 pm

    I am definitely going to have to try these.

    Reply
  8. Anne says

    September 21, 2012 at 7:13 pm

    Oh Yum, now I’m hungry again!!! :)

    Reply
  9. Sheryl @ Lady Behind The Curtain says

    September 25, 2012 at 10:44 pm

    YUM! This is a GREAT recipe! I would love it if you came over to Cast Party Wednesday and shared it with us! Thanks! ~Sheryl @ Lady Behind The Curtain~
    http://www.ladybehindthecurtain.com/cast-party-wednesday-link-party-60/

    Reply

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