Description
This moist and delicious chocolate zucchini bread is a perfect dessert that hides healthy zucchini in a rich chocolate flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the grated zucchini, flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a healthier option, you can substitute half of the oil with applesauce.
- Feel free to add nuts or dried fruits for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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