Healthy Zucchini Muffins (Chocolate Chip or Oat)

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 cups

grated fresh zucchini (a box grater works well, no need to peel)

1 3/4 cups

white whole wheat flour

1 1/2 tsp

baking powder

1/2 tsp

salt

1 tsp

cinnamon

1 cup

buttermilk*

1/3 cup

honey or pure maple syrup

large egg

1 tsp

vanilla extract

4 tbsp

unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly

1/2 cup

chocolate chips or old-fashioned oats, plus a few more for sprinkling on tops