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Easy and Healthy Zucchini Muffins Recipe

Delicious Easy and Healthy Zucchini Muffins Recipe You'll Love

This Easy and Healthy Zucchini Muffins Recipe is a perfect wholesome snack or energizing breakfast.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1 medium Zucchini Grated and squeezed to remove excess moisture
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup Honey or Maple Syrup Can adjust sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt or Applesauce Yogurt adds protein, applesauce is vegan
  • 1/2 cup Nuts or Chocolate Chips Optional; can substitute with dried fruit
For Serving
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Optional, for spreading on warm muffins

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Grater

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin tin.
  2. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out any excess moisture.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix the whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and add honey or maple syrup, oil, vanilla extract, and yogurt (or applesauce). Mix until smooth.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until combined.
  6. Fold in the grated zucchini and optional nuts or chocolate chips.
  7. Divide the batter into muffin tins, filling each about two-thirds full.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Squeeze out excess moisture from zucchini for best results. Muffins can be stored at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.

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