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Fudgy Brown Butter Zucchini Brownies with Sea Salt

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These fudgy brownies combine the nutty richness of browned butter with moist shredded zucchini and a sprinkle of sea salt flakes for a perfect salty-sweet treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, browned
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 medium zucchini (about 1 cup shredded)
  • Sea salt flakes, for sprinkling on top

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir frequently as it melts and foams until it turns golden brown with a nutty aroma. Pour into a mixing bowl and let cool slightly.
  2. Mix sugars and eggs: Add granulated sugar and brown sugar to the browned butter and whisk until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  3. Prepare dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Shred the zucchini: Finely shred the zucchini using a box grater. No need to squeeze out moisture.
  6. Fold in zucchini: Gently fold shredded zucchini into the batter until evenly distributed.
  7. Transfer to pan and add sea salt: Pour batter into a parchment-lined 9×9 inch baking pan, spreading evenly. Sprinkle sea salt flakes generously on top.
  8. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool and serve: Let brownies cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Watch the butter carefully when browning to avoid burning. Use a light-colored pan to monitor color. Do not overmix the batter to keep brownies fudgy. Finely shred zucchini for best texture. Sprinkle sea salt flakes generously before baking for best flavor contrast. Remove brownies from oven as soon as toothpick comes out with moist crumbs to avoid drying out.

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