Zucchini Brownies Recipe

Reviewed on Apr. 16, 2012 by lurky27

Good if you want a nice chocolate CAKE. You don't taste the zucchini at all. But not great if you're craving brownies.

~ Theresa

Reviewed on Oct. 14, 2011 by Bethshiels

Sounds weird, but turned out very well. They were very moist and you couldn't even tell there was zucchini in it. The frosting was delicious!

Reviewed on Sep. 16, 2011 by Guidopuppy

This is very much more of a snack cake than a brownie. Be sure not to cook them too long as they will dry out (i.e., glass pan). Also, the frosting is a must to make and it completes the brownie.

Reviewed on Sep. 05, 2011 by MaMel

I agree with the other posters; this is not really a brownie - definitely more cake-like. Wonderful flavor, though!! I used a whipped chocolate ganache for the frosting, but next time I'll try the PB/chocolate mixture. Great way to use up the zucchini for a sweet treat!

Reviewed on Aug. 23, 2011 by OhBarbi

This is zucchini CAKE, not brownies. It's kind of a light beige color, since there's only 1/4 cup of cocoa in it. I tried adding dark chocolate chips to help with the chocolate flavor. It tastes OK but it wasn't brownies like I wanted. I won't be making this one again.

Reviewed on Aug. 17, 2011 by AMUNDT01

Definitely more of a cake than a brownie recipe. I added 1/2 cup choc. chips to batter and frosted with regular homemade choc. frosting. My family thought this cake was awesome. There was a fight for the last piece and my youngest asked me to make it again. I have made it twice so far. Very good.

Reviewed on Aug. 12, 2011 by asfisher

Awful! Not enough chocolate flavor and more like a cake instead of a brownie. I took them to work and even the guy I call Tony Two Stomachs didn't take seconds. Not much flavor at all. Ugh!

Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2011 by catgwood

This was so yummy even without frosting. I will make it again. No one knows it has zucchini in it. I leave the peelings on for fiber!

Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2011 by blazendeb

I would change nothing on this recipe! The brownies were moist and dense, so they didn't fall apart. The frosting was a breeze to make and was an awesome topping. Just an fyi, I wash the zucchini and do not peel them before shredding. I think that makes a difference in the consistency. Normally I am not a commenter on recipes but this one really wowed my husband and me.

Reviewed on Aug. 08, 2011 by surban2011

I would make again but I would modify the recipe. Not enough chocolate flavor, I would add more chocolate or maybe some chocolate chips. Cake like brownies, not dense at all. I used chocolate frosting instead of the peanut butter/chocolate frosting.

Reviewed on Aug. 08, 2011 by asabot

Absolutely delicious! Definitely a "cake" recipe, not brownies, but so moist and flavorful. Will definitely make again any time my zucchini get out of hand.

Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2011 by BrookesPearl

It was good but more cakey. I like my brownies a bit more dense and it was too much like a chocolate cake. Good but needs some modifications.

Reviewed on Sep. 02, 2010 by hcandico

OMG!!!!! These are to die for!! What an awesome way to use up zucchini. Rich and super moist with that hint of peanut butter. Will definitely be making again and again.

Reviewed on Sep. 01, 2010 by Mom4food

These are sooo good. Not quite brownie like, more like fudge cake. No matter what the name is these are fantastic. Next time, I'll double the frosting....yummy!!

Reviewed on Aug. 22, 2010 by Michelle J. Zimmerman

What a great way to use that abundance of zucchini that from our gardens. I made these for the first time for a gathering of mountain bikers. They were a big hit! Even my chocolate-loathing husband ate these!

Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2010 by royurboat

I really want to try this recipe BUT I never used zucchini before. Do I just grate it and use it as is or do I squeeze it dry w/a towel? Zucchini people don"t think that everyone out in TOH land is familiar w/all types of veggies. Also, like chocolate about how much more should I add? Desperately seeking HELPPPPPPPPPP! Thanx.

Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2010 by golfnow

Tastes more cake-like than a brownie but will definitely make it again!

Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2010 by flyglo

I did not think this cake had quite enough chocolate flavor for me. And I am not a "chocoholic". I loved the texture and moistness however and will use the plain yogurt instead of buttermilk in my zucchini cake recipe-it has a lighter taste. If I was to make this again-I would definitely increase chocolate or add another chocolate (maybe chips). Also increase sugar a bit if you do not frost them.

Reviewed on Aug. 03, 2010 by jsouba

YUMMY!!!!! These bars were super moist and the frosting was amazing! Had to savor each bite, couldn't get enough! Made 2 pans with all my garden zucchini, will freeze a bunch!

Reviewed on Oct. 19, 2009 by tjsgirl

These are the most wonderful Brownies ever. Moist, and sweet, the texture is great. I made these for an event at Church, and they were a big hit. Our Pastor loved them, and took some home, as others did too.

Connie Johns, Aberdeen, Wa

Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2009 by judypate

when you changed the icing did you have trouble with the icing pulling away from the brownie? I did as you did, and my icing didn't stay on when I cut a piece. 

Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2009 by Jolene A.

Reviewed on Sep. 20, 2008 by joyheart

Reviewed on Sep. 13, 2008 by Charobic

I found these kind of bland. Needs more chocolate! If I were to make them again, I'd throw the remaining 1 1/3 cups of chocolate chips into the batter.

Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2008 by rideatrekPa

These are fantastic !! I changed the recipe just a bit. I added a dash of cinnamon to the batter, and changed the frosting to 2/3 cup peanut butter and 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and added 1/4 cup chopped nuts.

Reviewed on Feb. 24, 2008 by elaines kitchen

Great use for your extra ZUCCHINI - or - shred extra - when making ZUCCHINI BREAD recipe !!