Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread
Indulge in the delightfully moist Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread, a perfect fusion of rich chocolate flavor and the subtle goodness of zucchini. This easy-to-make treat is ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, making it a versatile favorite for any occasion. Packed with semisweet chocolate chips and Dutch process cocoa, each slice bursts with chocolatey goodness while sneaking in nutritious vegetables. Whether you enjoy it fresh from the oven or as a make-ahead option throughout the week, this decadent bread will quickly become a household staple that satisfies both sweet cravings and healthy eating goals.
- 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 powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 large eggs (at room temperature)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 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 (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mix eggs, melted butter, oil, brown sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Gently stir in shredded zucchini and three-fourths of the chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean. Allow cooling for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg