Ingredients
– 1 cup all-purpose flour for building the base and texture
– 1/2 cup cocoa powder for building the base and texture
– 1 teaspoon baking soda for building the base and texture
– 1/2 teaspoon sea salt for building the base and texture
– 2 large eggs for moisture, sweetness, and binding
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter for moisture, sweetness, and binding
– 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil for moisture, sweetness, and binding
– 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar for moisture, sweetness, and binding
– 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract for moisture, sweetness, and binding
– 1 1/2 cups packed shredded zucchini for nutrition, moisture, and extra flavor
– 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips for nutrition, moisture, and extra flavor
Instructions
1-Let’s get started on this chocolate zucchini bread recipe thatβs going to make your kitchen smell amazing! First, preheat your oven to 350Β°F and grease a loaf pan with butter to avoid any sticking drama. This step sets the stage for a smooth baking process that even beginners can nail.
2-Next, in a bowl, mix the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sea salt until everything is well combined. In a larger bowl, whisk the eggs, melted butter, oil, vanilla, and brown sugar until smooth donβt worry if a few small clumps hang around. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ones until just mixed, keeping it light to maintain that tender crumb.
3-Mixing and Baking Steps: Now, fold in the shredded zucchini and 3/4 cup of chocolate chips for that extra burst of moisture and flavor. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of chocolate chips on top for a delightful finish. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean itβs that simple!
4-After baking, let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then loosen the edges with a knife and transfer to a wire rack. Total time is about 1 hour and 5 minutes, with 15 minutes prep and 50 minutes cook. Youβll love how easy this moist and rich chocolate zucchini bread recipe turns out every time!
Last Step:
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π₯ Use a cheese grater with larger holes to shred zucchini; peeling is optional.
π§ Lightly squeeze excess moisture if zucchini is very watery, but retain most for moisture.
π° For variation, substitute coconut oil, replace brown sugar with maple syrup, add walnuts, or use gluten-free flour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
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- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
