Healthier Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins Recipe
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2-1/2 cups flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups shredded zucchini
- 1 cup chocolate chips
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 119g | |
| Recipe makes 12 servings | |
| Calories 345 | |
| Calories from Fat 116 | 34% |
| Total Fat 13.14g | 16% |
| Saturated Fat 7.9g | 32% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 55mg | 18% |
| Sodium 368mg | 15% |
| Potassium 202mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs 51.38g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.7g | 6% |
| Sugars 29.05g | 19% |
| Protein 5.69g | 9% |
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