Description
Irresistible Zucchini Muffins deliver garden-fresh flavor in a perfect handheld treat. Moist crumb and subtle sweetness make these muffins a delightful breakfast or snack you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) shredded zucchini
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) sugar
Leavening and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C) and arrange paper liners in a muffin tin.
- Combine dry ingredients in a medium bowl, whisking flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until well integrated.
- Create a smooth mixture in a separate bowl by beating eggs, sugar, oil, and vanilla extract together until fully blended.
- Gently incorporate wet ingredients into dry ingredients, stirring until just combined without overmixing.
- Delicately fold shredded zucchini and chopped walnuts into the batter, ensuring even distribution.
- Carefully portion the batter into prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, monitoring until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
- Allow muffins to rest in the tin for 5 minutes to set their structure.
- Transfer muffins to a wire rack, letting them cool completely to room temperature for optimal texture and flavor.
Notes
- Grate zucchini with a box grater or food processor, ensuring excess moisture is removed by squeezing with a clean kitchen towel to prevent soggy muffins.
- Swap regular flour with whole wheat or gluten-free flour blend for a more nutritious and dietary-friendly version that maintains a soft texture.
- Toast walnuts briefly in a dry skillet before adding to enhance their nutty flavor and provide a delightful crunch to the muffins.
- Add a sprinkle of powdered sugar or drizzle of cream cheese glaze after cooling for an extra touch of sweetness and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 157
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg