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As summer fades and the back-to-school season approaches, parents are often on the lookout for healthy snack options to keep their children energized and focused throughout the day. Finding the right balance between nutritious and delicious can be a challenge, especially when it comes to satisfying the discerning palates of kids. This is where the Chocolate Zucchini Muffin Bites come into play. These delightful morsels not only satisfy sweet cravings but are also packed with wholesome ingredients that can contribute to a child’s dietary needs.

Back-to-School Chocolate Zucchini Muffins Bites

Get your kids excited for school with these tasty Chocolate Zucchini Muffin Bites! Packed with nutritious ingredients like zucchini, whole wheat flour, and cocoa powder, these delightful treats are perfect for an after-school snack or lunchbox addition. They offer a rich chocolate flavor while sneaking in essential vitamins and minerals. Easy to make and customizable with seasonal flavors, these muffin bites are a healthy way to satisfy sweet cravings while keeping your little ones energized and focused.
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Ingredients
  

1 cup grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)

½ cup all-purpose flour

½ cup whole wheat flour

½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tsp baking soda

½ tsp baking powder

¼ tsp salt

½ tsp cinnamon

½ cup granulated sugar

¼ cup brown sugar, packed

2 large eggs

¼ cup vegetable oil

¼ cup unsweetened applesauce

1 tsp vanilla extract

½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Optional: 2 tbsp chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners or spray with cooking spray.

    Prepare the Zucchini: Grate the zucchini using a box grater and then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. Set aside.

      Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.

        Mix Sugars and Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

          Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

            Fold in Zucchini and Chocolate Chips: Carefully fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips (and nuts if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

              Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.

                Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

                  Cool: Allow the muffin bites to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

                    Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, these delicious chocolate zucchini muffin bites are ready to be enjoyed as a perfect back-to-school snack!

                      Prep Time: 15 min | Total Time: 30 min | Servings: 24 mini muffins