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Chocolate Zucchini Bread Recipe

4.6 from 97 reviews

Delicious and moist Chocolate Zucchini Bread combines the freshness of zucchini with rich cocoa for a sweet, healthy treat that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Other Ingredients

  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the zucchini: Wash and grate one medium zucchini, then gently squeeze out excess moisture with a towel to prevent the bread from being too wet.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together 1 ¾ cups of all-purpose flour, ½ cup cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk 2 large eggs, 1 cup sugar, ½ cup vegetable oil, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Mix batter: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the grated zucchini gently, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
  5. Prepare for baking: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  6. Bake the bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy your moist chocolate zucchini bread!

Notes

  • Make sure to remove excess moisture from zucchini to avoid sogginess.
  • You can substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
  • Optional add-ins include chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture.
  • Store bread wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or in an airtight container to keep it fresh for several days.

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