Zucchini Brownies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees; grease and flour a 9x13-inch pan or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
2. 2
   Shred the zucchini into a large bowl of salted ice water.
3. 3
   Let sit for 30 minutes; drain well.
4. 4
   Mix butter and sugar.
5. 5
   Add vanilla and egg and beat until smooth.
6. 6
   Add drained zucchini.
7. 7
   In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and cocoa powder.
8. 8
   Add the chocolate morsels and nuts, if desired.
9. 9
   Fold wet and dry ingredients together until just blended.
10. 10
    Pour into the prepared pan and even out with a spatula.
11. 11
    Bake for 30-35 minutes.
12. 12
    Cool completely before cutting into squares.