Zucchini Lime Muffins

Ingredients:

Muffins:

• 2 cups (260 g) zucchini, grated
• 1 cup (210 g) sugar
• 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 eggs
• 2 limes, zest finely grated
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) lime juice
• 1 3/4 cups (265 g) unbleached all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda

Icing (optional):

• 2 limes, zest finely grated
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) lime juice
• 1 cup (130 g) icing sugar

Directions:

Muffins:

1. With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper or silicone cups.
2. Place the zucchini in a glass bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 3 minutes.
3. In a food processor, purée the zucchini with the sugar and butter until smooth. Add the eggs, lime zest and juice. Mix for a few seconds. Add the remaining ingredients and mix until combined.
4. Divide the batter between the muffin cups (see note). Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean. Let cool completely on a wire rack.

Icing:

1. In a bowl, mix together all of the ingredients. Ice the muffins, if desired.