Kids Favorite Zucchini Muffins

Sneak some veggies into snack time with these irresistibly moist and fluffy Kids’ Favorite Zucchini Muffins! Packed with wholesome ingredients like grated zucchini, unsweetened applesauce, and a hint of warm cinnamon, these muffins are a delightful balance of nutrition and kid-approved sweetness. The optional addition of semi-sweet chocolate chips makes them an even more tempting treat for little ones. Perfect for busy mornings, lunchboxes, or a quick after-school snack, this easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes of prep and bakes to golden perfection. With a simple method and no fancy equipment required, these zucchini muffins are sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Grated zucchini
• 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the wells with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, applesauce, and vanilla extract, and whisk until well combined.

Step 4

Stir the grated zucchini into the wet mixture. If the zucchini seems very wet, gently squeeze out some excess moisture using a kitchen towel before adding.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

If using, fold in the chocolate chips gently to distribute evenly throughout the batter.

Step 7

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(913.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1992.8

Total Fat 44.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 2439.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 363.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 201.6g
Protein 42.4g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 262.5mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 1435.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 19.7%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 71.9%