Description

Indulge in this rich and moist Chocolate Zucchini Bread that perfectly combines decadent chocolate flavors with healthy zucchini. This easy-to-make recipe creates a tender, flavorful loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. The hidden vegetables add nutrition and moisture while the cocoa powder delivers deep chocolate taste that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 cups grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
Place grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
In another bowl, beat together vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Fold in grated zucchini and chocolate chips (if using) until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Squeeze zucchini thoroughly to remove excess moisture for best texture
Room temperature ingredients blend more easily
Don’t overmix the batter to avoid tough bread
Whole wheat flour can substitute up to half the all-purpose flour
Store wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 1 week
Freezes well for up to 3 months when properly wrapped
Toast chocolate chips in flour to prevent sinking
Check oven temperature with thermometer for accuracy

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 50-60 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of loaf)
Calories: 250 kcal
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 45mg

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