Moist chocolate muffins made with zucchini and protein-rich ingredients for a balanced homemade bake.
1 cup finely grated zucchini, lightly squeezed
2 large eggs
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
¼ cup neutral oil
⅓ cup maple syrup or honey
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose or whole wheat pastry flour
½ cup protein powder
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
¼ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare muffin tin.
Whisk wet ingredients, then stir in zucchini.
Mix dry ingredients and fold into wet mixture.
Portion batter into muffin cups.
Bake 18–22 minutes until set.
Cool before serving.
Plant-based yogurt and protein powder work well for dairy-free muffins.