Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins

Published on Oct 27, 2021

  by   Kristina Stosek

20 reviews

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Serves: 12 muffins
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These gluten-free and dairy-free chocolate chip zucchini muffins are both delicious and rich in chocolate flavor. This wholesome muffin recipe has a moist crumb and tastes even better than bakery versions!

half a chocolate chip zucchini muffin, gluten free

Gluten-Free Chocolate Zucchini Muffins For Chocolate Lovers

In these chocolate chip zucchini muffins, the chocolate flavor is intense because of the cocoa powder and chocolate chips. I could have easily named this recipe “double chocolate muffins”! It’s truly an outstanding zucchini muffin recipe!

A Healthier Treat

But there’s more! Zucchini is my favorite squash for baking, thanks to its mild flavor. It adds nutritional value, reduces fat, adds fiber, and keeps these chocolate chip gluten-free muffins extra moist. They are made with two cups of freshly grated zucchini, coconut oil, and pure cocoa. They’re dairy-free, gluten-free, and sweetened with coconut sugar.

Guilt-Free Indulgence

We can all agree that these chocolate zucchini muffins are healthy-ish. The best part? No one will ever suspect they’re packed with zucchini! This gluten-free chocolate chip zucchini muffin is a delicious treat you can enjoy without feeling too guilty. Each muffin has approximately only 180 calories.

grated zucchini

Is Zucchini Nutritious?

Zucchini is a mild-tasting squash, and when used in baking, it makes everything moist and often can replace some of the fats in a recipe. In addition, the squash is high in dietary fiber, low in calories and has zero fats.

Also, zucchini isn’t shy of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. All this goodness makes it a good reason to add it to recipes such as this chocolate chip zucchini muffin.

So, the zucchini is a must. Not only does it add great nutritional value, but it also keeps these muffins extra moist. Honestly, I can’t think of a better way to cut back on unwanted fats than using zucchini.

While we are discussing zucchini, check out our gluten-free zucchini recipes. From savoury dishes to sweet baking, you may find a recipe that you will love. One of my favourites is the Gluten-Free Creamy Salmon Pasta, because it has plenty of zucchini. YUM!

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pure cocoa for that chocolate flavour

The muffin batter is made with pure cocoa powder, which adds that fresh chocolate flavour. Did you know pure cocoa powder is packed with powerful antioxidants? Also, I have added plenty of chocolate chips.

gluten free chocolate chip zucchini muffin

 

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Fresh from the Oven

I promise you won’t be able to stop at just one of these delicious muffins—they taste just like the best chocolate cake! In our home, resisting the urge to eat them straight out of the oven is nearly impossible.

If you love muffins, check out our complete list of gluten-free muffin recipes!

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Nutrition Info

  • Estimated Nutritional Value per 1 Muffin Based on 12 Muffin Recipe | Calories: 180 | Total Fat: 10g | Sodium: 150mg | Total Carbohydrates: 22g | Dietary Fiber: 2g | Sugars: 10g | Protein: 3g | Note: This calculation is approximate and can vary based on specific brands and variations in ingredient quantities.

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Kristina

Oh Wow! What an amazing idea, I must try that. Thank you for sharing Brytnie K x

Brytnie l Carolan

I subbed maple syrup for the coconut sugar and applesauce for the oil. I also added 2 scoops of vanilla protein powder. They were great!

Kristina

Thank you for sharing Margaret, and I am so happy you enjoyed the muffins x

Margaret Gilfoyle

These are excellent, thanks so much for the recipe! The only thing I do differently is bake them at 350 for between 15-20 minutes. (At 4900 hundred feet elevation) ♥️

Kristina

Reba, I don't know what went wrong, but one thing that comes to mind is the zucchini had too much moisture. In the future, squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the zucchini. I use young zucchini, and the muffins turn out perfect every time. Sorry.

Reba

I followed the recipe EXACTLY and the muffins are mush. The bottoms are burned from being baked for an hour, the inside is mush...I'm not sure what is wrong.

Kristina

Wonderful, thank you for sharing Ali

Ali

Loved these, they came out perfect and everyone including my 3 and 5 year old really liked them and enjoyed making them too :)

Kristina

great idea Tara, thank you for sharing

Tara

I used water instead of milk and made mini muffins! I baked them at 325 for 15 minutes and they were so good!

Ani

These were a hit with both granddaughters, which rarely happens. And the adults like them too, though I did cut the sugar down to a half cup.

Kristina

Yes Cami, absoutely, either will work.

Cami

Can I use maple syrup or honey if I don’t have coconut sugar on hand? :)

Kristina

thank you Carissa for sharing!

Carissa

These turned out PERFECT!!! Tender and fluffy!! Probably the best gluten free muffins I've ever made!! I'm super impressed!! I made it almost as-written: added another half teaspoon of baking soda, and a little less sugar. Thanks for a great recipe!

Kristina

thank you Jane.

Jane

absolutely perfect chocolate zucchini muffins, thank you!

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