The “Hearts Around The Table” 4 movie series on Hallmark Channel was such a wonderful series! The last installment of the four movies was “Kiki’s Fourth Ingredient”, where Kiki’s character is the caterer for her sister’s upcoming wedding. So many delicious recipes in this movie, but the very first scene got me inspired right away as Kiki delivers a large batch of her famous chocolate zucchini muffins to a cafe. I loved the idea of chocolate and zucchini together, but also added my own ingredient, avocado! These muffins are decadent without too much guilt!
Ingredients:
-1 1/2 cups flour
-1/4 cup cocoa powder
-1 teaspoon baking powder
-3/4 teaspoon baking soda
-1 avocado mashed
-1/3 cup applesauce
-1 egg
-1/2 cup brown sugar
-2/3 cup milk (can substitute with non dairy)
-1 teaspoon vanilla
-1 large zucchini grated
Directions:
In a large bowl, mash avocado. Add milk, vanilla, applesauce and egg. Whisk together.
Next add the dry ingredients: Flour, baking powder, baking soda and brown sugar. Mix well.
Peel zucchini, then grate it completely into batter and stir it in. Pour into muffin liners and bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Enjoy!