Discover how to bake Vegan Zucchini Muffins with Chocolate Chips - a delightful blend of wholesome ingredients resulting in moist, flavorful muffins. This post offers step-by-step instructions, innovative variations, and helpful tips for the perfect vegan treat. Whether you're vegan or simply looking for a healthier muffin recipe, these zucchini muffins are sure to become your new favorite!
First off, get your oven warming up to 400°F (200 ºC) - it's always best to start with a hot oven.
While it's preheating, create your chia egg. Simply mix chia seeds and water in a small bowl, then set it aside to thicken.
Next up, grate your zucchini and put it aside - we'll come back to it soon.
Grab a large bowl and sift in your flour, cinnamon, baking powder, coconut sugar, baking soda, and salt. Now, it's time to add your thickened chia eggs, coconut oil, vanilla extract, water, and half your chocolate chips. This is the fun part - mix it all up!
Once that's all nicely combined, spoon your batter into your previously oiled muffin tins. Aim to fill each one about two-thirds full, giving them space to rise.
Pop your muffin tin onto the middle rack of your preheated oven. Let them bake at 400°F for 5 minutes, then turn the heat down to 350 ºF (175 ºC). Leave them to bake for another 20-22 minutes. You're looking for a beautiful golden brown color and a clean toothpick after poking it in the middle. All in all, they'll need about 25-27 minutes in the oven.
And there you have it! Now, just let them cool on a cooling rack, and you'll soon be enjoying your delicious zucchini muffins.