Chocolate Chip Zucchini Blondies

Moist, slightly sweet blondies packed with grated zucchini, studded with chocolate chips, offering a healthier dessert option that still satisfies your sweet cravings.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These blondies are wonderfully moist thanks to zucchini, which also adds a subtle vegetable boost. Chocolate chips create bursts of sweetness throughout, making them indulgent yet deceptively wholesome.

ingredients

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

Zucchini (grated and drained)
All‑purpose flour
Brown sugar
Eggs
Butter or oil
Vanilla extract
Baking powder
Salt
Chocolate chips

directions

Preheat oven and prepare a baking pan with parchment or greased.
Mix melted butter (or oil) with sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
Stir in dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt.
Fold in drained grated zucchini and chocolate chips.
Spread batter into pan and bake until a toothpick comes out almost clean.
Cool before slicing.

Servings and timing

Makes about 16 blondie squares.
Preparation: 15 minutes (plus draining zucchini).
Bake time: 25–30 minutes.
Total time: approximately 45 minutes.

Variations

Use white or dark chocolate chips, or chopped nuts.
Add cinnamon or nutmeg for warmth.
Replace half the flour with whole wheat for added fiber.

storage/reheating

Store cooled blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat gently in a low oven or microwave briefly to restore softness.

FAQs

Will the zucchini make the blondies too moist?

No. Draining excess moisture helps maintain a proper consistency for baking.

Can I use frozen zucchini?

Yes—thaw and drain thoroughly before using.

Can I omit the chocolate chips?

Certainly; you may replace them with nuts or dried fruit, or leave them out entirely.

Are these gluten‑free?

Not in the base recipe. Use a gluten‑free flour blend in equal measure to make them gluten‑free.

Can I freeze these blondies?

Yes. Wrap bars individually or as a slab, freeze up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature.

How do I know when they’re done?

Edges should be set and lightly golden; center should still feel slightly soft. A toothpick inserted will come out with moist crumbs.

Can I make them dairy‑free?

Use plant‑based butter or oil and dairy‑free chocolate chips.

Can I add spices?

Yes—cinnamon, ginger, or cardamom work well for extra depth.

Do I need to peel the zucchini?

No. The skin adds color and nutrients and blends well when grated.

Can I use applesauce instead of oil?

Yes—replace oil with equal applesauce for lower fat, though texture will be denser.

Conclusion

Chocolate Chip Zucchini Blondies are a delicious fusion of dessert and vegetables. Quick to prepare, adaptable, and irresistibly satisfying, they’re perfect as a guilt‑conscious treat or a way to sneak in extra greens.