Frosted Zucchini Brownies Recipe

Decadent Frosted Zucchini Brownies: Secretly healthy and unbelievably delicious! These moist, fudgy brownies are the perfect way to sneak in some zucchini. Get ready for rave reviews – even your mother-in-law will be begging for more! Adapted from a Taste of Home recipe.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 225.2 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.7 (33 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Frosted Zucchini Brownies

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How to Make Frosted Zucchini Brownies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups grated zucchini, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ½ cup vegetable oil. Mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  6. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  7. **For the frosting:** In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) unsalted butter.
  8. Stir in 2 cups powdered sugar and ½ cup milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  9. Boil for 1 minute, stirring continuously. Remove from heat.
  10. Stir in 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and ½ cup mini marshmallows until melted and smooth.
  11. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  12. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownies.
  13. Sprinkle with ½ cup chopped walnuts, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

94g

Fat

12g

Carbs

11g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For Large Groups Low Protein Desserts Vegetables American Oven Kid Friendly Cookies And Brownies Chocolate Bar Cookies Brownies Dietary Midwestern Toddler Friendly Low In Something Squash Taste Mood Sweet Equipment Number Of Servings Baking