Description
Indulge in the delightful blend of rich chocolate and hidden zucchini with this easy Chocolate Zucchini Bread. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack, this moist and flavorful bread will remind you of your favorite chocolate cake while sneaking in a healthy serving of vegetables. Each slice offers a decadent chocolate experience that is sure to please everyone—from casual family gatherings to special celebrations. With minimal preparation time and the ability to freeze leftovers, this recipe is both convenient and delicious, making it a must-try treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (Dutch process or unsweetened)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini (packed)
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sea salt.
- In a large bowl, mix eggs, melted butter, oil, vanilla extract, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Gently combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed; fold in shredded zucchini and 3/4 cup chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg