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Decadent Chocolate Zucchini Bread Recipe

4.7 from 121 reviews

This Chocolate Zucchini Bread offers a moist and chocolaty twist on traditional zucchini bread, combining the fresh sweetness of zucchini with rich cocoa for a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with vegetable oil and vanilla extract until well combined. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined, then fold in the grated zucchini, ensuring the batter stays moist but well mixed.
  2. Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the bread tender and moist.
  • Grate zucchini finely and gently squeeze out excess moisture if it seems very wet.
  • For added texture, consider folding in ½ cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
  • Store leftover bread wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Keywords: Chocolate Zucchini Bread, Moist Zucchini Bread, Chocolate Bread, Quick Bread, Healthy Dessert