Description
A delightful and moist Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread that perfectly combines the richness of chocolate with the nutritious green veggie, making it a perfect treat for any time of the day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups finely grated zucchini
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with oil or cooking spray.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture.
- Mix the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until combined, then add vanilla extract.
- Combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in another bowl.
- Fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture gently.
- Fold in the zucchini and chocolate chips until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and enjoy!
Notes
For variations, consider adding nuts, dried fruits, or spices for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: zucchini bread, chocolate bread, baking, dessert, healthy dessert