Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread
Indulge in the delightful flavor of Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread, a moist and rich treat that cleverly incorporates vegetables into a beloved dessert. This recipe combines the deep richness of Dutch cocoa with the natural moisture of shredded zucchini, creating a loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even dessert. Easy to make and using simple ingredients, this bread is a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen. With its decadent chocolate taste and hidden veggies, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Dutch process cocoa
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups packed shredded zucchini
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5-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, brown sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed; gently fold in 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 clean.
- Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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