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Chocolate Zucchini Bread Recipe

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Chocolate Zucchini Bread Recipe

This Chocolate Zucchini Bread recipe offers a moist, decadent treat that cleverly includes vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with a gluten-free blend
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa Powder Choose unsweetened
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Both table and sea salt work
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional; can be swapped with nutmeg
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can reduce by ¼ cup for less sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Contributes moisture
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can be replaced with coconut oil or applesauce
  • 2 large Eggs For vegan version, use flax eggs
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Opt for pure extract for best flavor
  • 1 cup Zucchini Fresh is ideal; if frozen, thaw and drain
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Optional; can substitute with nuts or dried fruit

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. In a separate large bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just blended.
  5. Fold in the grated zucchini and optional chocolate chips or nuts.
  6. Carefully transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, leaving space at the top.
  7. Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes.
  8. Once baked, cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Measure ingredients accurately for the best texture. Don't overmix to keep the bread tender. Monitor baking time to prevent overbrowning.

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