Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (120g) finely shredded zucchini, squeezed dry
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (60g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5g) salt
  • 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup (90g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) coconut oil
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) heavy cream

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Pulse zucchini in a food processor for 5 seconds or grate by hand; squeeze out excess water using a paper towel.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla, beating until the mixture is smooth and slightly pale.
  5. Sift in the cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Fold in the shredded zucchini and walnuts until just combined, ensuring not to overmix.
  7. Pour batter into the pan, smooth the top, and bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. While brownies cool, combine chocolate chips, coconut oil, and cream in a bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
  9. Pour the chocolate glaze over the cooled brownies.