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ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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Moist chocolate brownies with frosting!

Provided by Marian

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup vegetable oil
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded zucchini
½ cup chopped walnuts
6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ cup margarine
2 cups confectioners' sugar
¼ cup milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the oil, sugar and 2 teaspoons vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, 1/2 cup cocoa, baking soda and salt; stir into the sugar mixture. Fold in the zucchini and walnuts. Spread evenly into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until brownies spring back when gently touched.
  • Make frosting while brownies cool. Melt together the 6 tablespoons of cocoa and margarine; set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, blend together the confectioners' sugar, milk and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Stir in the cocoa mixture. Spread over cooled brownies before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 0.2 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 199.9 mg, Sugar 22.8 g

GRANDMA'S CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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Moist and wonderful chocolate brownies, no frosting needed. These are perfect right out of the oven!

Provided by HotinKC

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 55m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup butter
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups shredded zucchini
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a jelly roll pan.
  • Sift flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Beat the butter and 1 1/2 cups sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. Beat the first egg into the butter until completely blended, then beat in the vanilla extract with the last egg. Mix in the flour mixture until just incorporated. Fold in the zucchini; mixing just enough to evenly combine. Pour mixture into prepared pan. Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons sugar, chocolate chips, and walnuts on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is dry and the edges have started to pull away from the sides of the pan, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 163.7 mg, Sugar 21.3 g

FUDGY ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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"These moist fudgy brownies disappear fast at potluck dinners," reports Ruth Bramble, Rushville, Missouri. You won't even know there's zucchini in them.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded zucchini
1-1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
FROSTING:
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup miniature marshmallows
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt. In a small bowl, combine the zucchini, sugar and oil; stir into dry ingredients until blended. Stir in walnuts and vanilla. , Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes. , In a large saucepan, melt butter; stir in sugar and milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Cook and stir 1 minute or until smooth. Remove from the heat. Stir in chips and marshmallows until melted and smooth; add vanilla. Spread over brownies. Sprinkle with walnuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BEST ZUCCHINI BROWNIES EVER



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The zucchini make the brownies very moist and no one ever knows what the secret is to these brownies until you tell them.

Provided by slickchick

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup margarine
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons cocoa
2 1/4 cups shredded zucchini
1 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Cream sugar & margarine. Add eggs and vanilla.
  • Add remaining ingredients. Stir in shredded zucchini last.
  • Spread in a 13 x 9 greased pan. Sprinkle 1 cup chocolate chips on top along with 1 Tbls sugar.
  • Bake @ 350 for 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.6, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 23.2, Sodium 123.9, Carbohydrate 38.5, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 25, Protein 3.2

ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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A fast-to-fix peanut butter and chocolate frosting tops these moist brownies that are a sweet way to use up your green garden squash. We really like the cakelike texture of the zucchini brownies. -Allyson Wilkins, Amherst, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded zucchini
FROSTING:
2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in yogurt and vanilla. In another bowl, combine flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in zucchini. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes., For frosting, in a small saucepan, combine chocolate chips and peanut butter. Cook and stir over low heat until smooth. Spread over warm brownies. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 283mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

FROSTED ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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These are so moist and chocolaty. A recipe passed down from my mother-in-law who passed away 10 years ago. The first time I made these my husband and I cried as he said, 'This is my mom!' So to honor a special woman whose 5 food groups were chocolate chip cookies, chocolate cake, brownies, chocolate candy, and chocolate ice cream, I give you the ultimate brownie recipe!

Provided by asertell

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h15m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups white sugar
1 ½ cups canola oil
4 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups grated zucchini
1 cup chopped nuts
6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ cup melted butter
2 cups confectioners' sugar
¼ cup milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Whisk white sugar, canola oil, and eggs together in a bowl. Mix flour, 1/4 cup cocoa powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt together in a separate bowl. Stir sugar mixture into flour mixture; add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and mix batter. Fold zucchini and nuts into batter; pour onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool brownies completely.
  • Stir 6 tablespoons cocoa powder and melted butter together in a bowl; stir in confectioners' sugar, milk, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until frosting is smooth. Spread frosting on brownies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 calories, Carbohydrate 45.3 g, Cholesterol 43.5 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 276.7 mg, Sugar 33.1 g

ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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Brownie lovers, rejoice! This is the chocolaty solution for all your extra summer zucchini. With fudge brownies, mini chocolate chips and chocolate frosting for good measure, you get triple the chocolate in an easy, sweet summertime treat!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 box (18.3 oz) Betty Crocker™ fudge brownie mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on brownie mix box for cakelike brownies
1 cup coarsely shredded zucchini (about 1 medium)
1/2 cup miniature chocolate chips
1 container Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy chocolate frosting

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. Make brownie batter as directed on box for cakelike brownies. Stir in zucchini and chocolate chips. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 23 to 27 minutes or until toothpick inserted 2 inches from side of pan comes out almost clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Spread frosting over top. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Brownie, Sodium 125 mg, Sugar 24 g, TransFat 0 g

VEGAN ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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Decadent, moist zucchini brownies that are vegan, too!

Provided by Moh

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
1 cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup cocoa powder (such as Hershey's®)
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups shredded zucchini
1 cup vegan chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9-inch square pan with cooking spray.
  • Combine sugar, brown sugar, and olive oil in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until well combined. Mix in vanilla extract. Add flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt and mix until combined. (Mixture will be dry).
  • Add zucchini and mix with a spoon until incorporated. Allow to sit for 5 minutes until mixture becomes more wet. Stir in vegan chocolate chips. Transfer batter to the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until top is dry and edges have started to pull away from the sides of the pan, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.9 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 269 mg, Sugar 23.2 g

ZUCCHINI BROWNIES - WEIGHT WATCHERS



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Brownies made with zucchini, bananas and applesauce, yielding a brownie with only 120 calories, 2 grams of fat, and a whole bunch of vitamins and minerals, and egg free. Found on Facebook

Provided by Sheila M

Categories     Other Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 c applesauce
2 2 small or medium bananas mashed
1 1/2 c cup sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 c cocoa powder
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
2 c finely shredded zucchini
2 c all purpose flour
1/2 c walnut pieces

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • 2. Grease and flour an 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • 3. In a large bowl, mix together the applesauce, mashed bananas and sugar.
  • 4. vanilla and cocoa and mix together.
  • 5. Then add baking soda, salt, and zucchini and mix together. Add flour and walnuts and mix together.
  • 6. Spread evenly into a prepared pan. Bake for 25 minutes until brownies spring back when gently touched.

CASSIE'S ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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A must for all brownie lovers! These moist brownies are the perfect way to use extra zucchini.

Provided by Cassie

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
2 cups grated zucchini
½ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, salt, soda, cocoa, and sugar. Combine eggs, zucchini, oil, and vanilla; blend into dry ingredients. Stir in walnuts.
  • Bake for 20 minutes in preheated oven. Cool in the pan, and then cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.5 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 182.9 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

BLOND ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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My neighbor makes these. I LOVE them. She was kind enough to pass the recipe along to me so I'm sharing it with all of you. I hope you enjoy them!

Provided by lolamydog

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 12-16 brownies depending on how you cut them, 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup margarine
1 tablespoon hot water
1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup zucchini, peeled diced and seeded (about 1 large)
1/2 cup nuts
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1/4 cup butterscotch chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Use the hot water to melt the margarine.
  • Add brown sugar & beat well.
  • Cool.
  • Add egg and vanilla beat well.
  • Mix dry ingredients together and add to sugar mixture.
  • Stir in zucchini & nuts.
  • Pour mixture into greased & floured 9 x 9 inch pan, spinkle with butterscotch chips and bake 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.6, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 17.6, Sodium 254.7, Carbohydrate 30.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 20.5, Protein 2.8

ZUCCHINI CHOCOLATE CHIP BROWNIES



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A perfectly delicious way to use that zucchini from your garden!

Provided by Aunt Sue's® Raw Honey

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h40m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large eggs
½ tablespoon vanilla extract
⅔ cup Aunt Sue's® Raw & Unfiltered Honey
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ¾ cups peeled and grated zucchini
1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F and grease or spray an 8x8-inch baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla, and honey.
  • In a separate bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt. Whisk well to combine.
  • Add the dry mix to the wet, and combine well, being careful not to over mix.
  • Fold in the zucchini and chocolate chips.
  • Pour the batter into the greased pan.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Allow to cool at room temperature for at least an hour.
  • Top with powdered sugar and a thin drizzle of honey and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.7 calories, Carbohydrate 54.3 g, Cholesterol 41.3 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 297.8 mg, Sugar 38.3 g

FUDGY ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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Make and share this Fudgy Zucchini Brownies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mary Scheffert

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 2 pans, 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups zucchini, shredded
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup oil
1 egg
1/2 cup chocolate chips, melted & cooled
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups flour
1/3 cup cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Grease two 8x8 baking pans; set aside.
  • In a medium-size bowl, combine flour, cocoa, baking soda & salt.
  • In a small bowl, combine sugar, applesauce, oil, egg & vanilla; stir in melted chocolate. Add to dry ingredients; stir in zucchini and walnuts.
  • Divide batter evenly between prepared pans & bake in preheated oven for about 35 minutes. Let cool. Frost if desired. Cut each pan into 9 brownies.
  • * These brownies freeze well. Wrap uncut brownies in plastic wrap, then in foil. Label & freeze. When ready to use, thaw at room temperature, unwrap & enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.3, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 20.7, Sodium 410.6, Carbohydrate 64.8, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 40.5, Protein 4.9

CHEWY VEGAN ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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Just like the real thing!

Provided by Justin Moldenhauer

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

cooking spray
1 ½ cups granulated coconut sugar
1 ¼ cups gluten-free oat flour
½ cup Dutch-process cocoa
½ cup cacao powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 ½ (10 ounce) bags vegan dark chocolate chips
3 small organic zucchini, diced
¾ cup grapeseed oil
⅓ cup ground flaxseed meal
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon pink Himalayan salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Liberally spray the bottom and sides of a 10x15-inch oven-proof glass dish or two 9x5-inch loaf pans with cooking spray.
  • Combine coconut sugar, oat flour, cocoa, cacao powder, and baking powder in a large bowl. Mix well until no lumps remain, using a sifter if necessary. Set aside.
  • Place chocolate chips in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes.
  • Combine zucchini, grapeseed oil, flaxseed, and vanilla extract in a blender; blend on high until completely smooth and slightly warm, 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. Pour zucchini mixture into the melted chocolate; continue heating and stirring with a rubber spatula, scraping down the sides, until mixture is well combined. Remove top bowl from the heat.
  • Fold the coconut sugar mixture into the zucchini-chocolate mixture, until mixture is combined but still slightly lumpy; do not overmix. Batter will be very thick with a smooth texture. Let sit for 5 minutes, then gently stir. Pour batter into the prepared pan, spreading so it is as flat and even as possible.
  • Place brownies in the preheated oven until they look dry and shiny on top and start to pull away from the edges of the pan, and until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 78.3 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

DOUBLE CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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I found a recipe for zucchini brownies that claimed to be healthy, but it had 1/2 c. oil in it. I thought that was a bit too much, so I made up my own version--still rich, moist, and very chocolatey, but not so high in fat! I like to use whole wheat flour in cookies and brownies because I think it makes them moister, but if you prefer, you can substitute all or partly white flour. You can add nuts to this as well, if you like. A sprinkling of powdered sugar on top is a pretty finish. This is a great way to use up some of that abundance of zucchini--and to get your kids to eat some vegies! :)

Provided by Annz Recipez

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 24 brownies, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup non-fat vanilla yogurt
1 egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 cups finely grated zucchini
1/2 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Beat sugar, oil, yogurt, egg, and vanilla together until smooth.
  • Add flour through cinnamon and stir until a thick batter forms.
  • Fold in the zucchini and chocolate chips. As the moisture from the zucchini soaks into the batter, the batter will soften a bit.
  • Spray a 13 x 9 x 2 inch pan with cooking spray and pour the batter into the pan.
  • Bake at 350°F for 25 - 30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
  • Cut into squares and enjoy!

EGGLESS ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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I haven't tried this recipe yet, posting it here for safe keeping. It sounds easy enough. Hope you like it. Came from an E book called "Farmer's Market Recipes"

Provided by Carol G.

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 16 Brownies, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups flour
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup cocoa
1/4 cup oil
2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • Mix dry ing's,.
  • Add all liquids & mix.
  • Spread into a well greased 9 X 13 pan.
  • Bake 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
  • Cool before cutting, Your choice to how big you want to cut your pieces.

HEALTHIER ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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A great way to get more veggies into my little boy - and a tasty (nearly guilt-free) treat for me! This is a combination of other brownie recipes I've read, with an eye to make it healthier: less oil and refined sugars, plus whole wheat flour! By pureeing the zucchini and using prunes to get a dark, rich color, no one will ever know there's veggies in the brownies! Who knew that gigantic zucchini would turn into dessert?

Provided by GrrlFriday

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 50m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 14

cooking spray
2 medium zucchini, chopped
1 cup prunes
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup natural cocoa
¼ cup vegetable oil, scant
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon Demerara sugar
½ cup white chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Puree zucchini in a high-powered blender or food processor. Measure out 2 cups of zucchini puree, then add prunes until level hits 3 cups. Return to the blender and process. Add brown sugar, cocoa, oil, salt, and vanilla extract; blend until totally smooth.
  • Whisk whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, and baking soda together in a bowl. Stir in nuts. Pour chocolate mixture into flour mixture and stir together as gently as possible; batter will be very thick.
  • Spread batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth as much as you'd like; this batter will not smooth out much as it bakes. Sprinkle Demerara sugar and chocolate chips on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until brownies just spring back when touched in the middle or a toothpick comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Allow to cool before devouring.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.7 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Cholesterol 1.2 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 252 mg, Sugar 22 g

CHOCOLATE CHIP ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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A quick and easy recipe that makes the most moist, rich, and delicious cake-like brownies. This is from a collection of recipes from the bank my mom works out - everything in it is wonderful!

Provided by prattandpratt

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups whole wheat pastry flour or 2 cups white flour
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
2 cups shredded zucchini
1/2 cup oil
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 1/2 tablespoons cocoa
2 cups milk chocolate chips
3/4 cup nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients, mix well.
  • Pour into a well greased and floured 9x13 pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees fro 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.5, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 1.1, Sodium 358, Carbohydrate 39.6, Fiber 3, Sugar 23.8, Protein 3.6

ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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This recipe was an experiement that pleasantly surprised me! I was simply trying to feed my chocolate monster quickly, while maintaining a bit of my healthy eating habits.

Provided by Miss_Elaine

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 36 brownies

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 eggs (or egg substitute)
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup oil
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups zucchini, shredded (about 1 small)
1 (19 ounce) box brownie mix
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup pecans, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Whisk first 5 ingredients well.
  • Add Brownie mix, stirring well.
  • Fold in chips and nuts.
  • Spread in jelly roll pan and bake according to box directions. Brownies will appear "wet" but will test done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 15.7, Sodium 55.8, Carbohydrate 15.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 2.7, Protein 1.5

FROSTED ZUCCHINI BROWNIES



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Absolutely the best way to use zucchini! Moist and fudgy, worth the calories. My mother in law will do almost anything for me if I make her these! From Taste of Home.

Provided by Kaarin

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 55m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups zucchini, shredded
1 1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups flour
1/3 cup cocoa
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)
1/4 cup butter
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup miniature marshmallow
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine zucchini, sugar, Vanilla and oil. Add dry ingredients (sifted together if you'd like) and mix well.
  • Pour into a greased 9x13 pan and bake at 350 degrees F for 35-40 minutes.
  • Cool 30 minutes.
  • For frosting, melt butter in a saucepan on medium heat.
  • Stir in sugar and milk, and bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
  • Boil and stir 1 minute, then remove from heat.
  • Stir in chocolate chips and marshmallows until melted.
  • Add vanilla and quickly spread over brownies.
  • Sprinkle with walnuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.2, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 5.4, Sodium 196.2, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 23.6, Protein 1.7

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