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Zucchini Muffins

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These zucchini muffins are soft, fluffy, and bring a hint of sweet spices. They’re an easy way to incorporate veggies into your meals while satisfying your sweet tooth.

  • Total Time: 38 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or white whole wheat flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/4 cup canola, vegetable, or grapeseed oil
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar, for sprinkling on muffins

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line muffin tin with paper liners.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together dry ingredients.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together wet ingredients until smooth.
  • Gently stir in grated zucchini into the wet mixture.
  • Combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
  • Divide batter into muffin cups and sprinkle with turbinado sugar.
  • Bake for 18 to 23 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

Drain the zucchini well to prevent excess moisture.
Use room temperature eggs for better mixing.
Do not skip the turbinado sugar for a crisp topping.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 23 minutes
  • Category: Baked Goods
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10
  • Sodium: 160
  • Fat: 7
  • Saturated Fat: 4
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 26
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 40