Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of rich chocolate and nutritious zucchini with this easy Chocolate Zucchini Bread. This recipe is a game-changer, offering a moist, decadent treat that feels like dessert yet packs a wholesome punch. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this bread cleverly incorporates hidden veggies without compromising on flavor. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature, and savor the joy of a sweet loaf that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, combine eggs, melted butter, oil, vanilla, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Gently mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Fold in shredded zucchini and 3/4 cup of chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (67g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 155mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 37mg