Zucchini Chip Cupcakes Recipe

Deliciously moist zucchini cupcakes bursting with chocolate chips and crunchy pecans! This recipe is perfect for using up extra zucchini and freezes beautifully. Adapted from a Taste of Home favorite, we've added even more nuts for extra deliciousness. Get ready for the ultimate guilt-free treat!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 215.9 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Zucchini Chip Cupcakes

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How to Make Zucchini Chip Cupcakes

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, and 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 4 large eggs, 1 cup milk, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Gently fold in 2 cups grated zucchini and 2 cups chocolate chips.
  7. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full.
  8. Sprinkle generously with chopped pecans.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool in the muffin tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

63g

Fat

17g

Carbs

9g