Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cups grated zucchini, squeezed dry
  • 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 0.25 cup cocoa powder
  • 3 tbsp melted butter
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
  2. Grate the zucchini finely, place the shreds in a clean kitchen towel, and squeeze firmly to remove excess water.
  3. In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt until no lumps remain.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
  5. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture using a spatula. Stir in the squeezed zucchini and semi-sweet chocolate chips until just combined.
  6. Spread the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25 minutes.
  7. Prepare the frosting by mixing powdered sugar, cocoa powder, melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  8. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownies and cut into 16 squares.