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Fudgy Double Chocolate Zucchini Brownies with Cream Cheese Swirl

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These fudgy double chocolate zucchini brownies with a luscious cream cheese swirl are a quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing treat that sneaks in veggies without sacrificing rich chocolate flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (150g) all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (120g) grated zucchini, packed (about 1 medium zucchini; do not squeeze out moisture)
  • 1/2 cup (90g) bittersweet or semisweet chocolate chips
  • 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg yolk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch pan lightly or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Grate the zucchini finely using a box grater or food processor. Do not squeeze out the moisture.
  3. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and sugar until smooth and shiny. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently with a rubber spatula. Fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips.
  6. In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar, vanilla, flour, and egg yolk until smooth and creamy.
  7. Pour half the brownie batter into the pan and spread evenly. Dollop half the cream cheese mixture over it in spoonfuls. Repeat with remaining brownie batter and cream cheese.
  8. Using a butter knife or skewer, gently swirl the cream cheese into the brownie batter to create a marbled effect.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly. A toothpick inserted near the center should come out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  10. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

Do not squeeze out zucchini moisture to keep brownies fudgy. Use a light hand when swirling cream cheese to create a pretty marbled effect. Rotate pan halfway through baking if needed for even cooking. Batter can be refrigerated overnight; add chocolate chips fresh before baking. Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.

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