Description
Chocolate zucchini bread is a delightful treat that masterfully combines rich chocolate flavor with nutritious zucchini, making it perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack. Moist and decadent, each slice offers a sweet surprise that conceals healthy veggies. This easy-to-follow recipe is customizable to fit your dietary preferences while ensuring a guilt-free indulgence that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis (grated)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Grate the zucchinis and squeeze out excess moisture using clean paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together eggs, sugar, oil, and vanilla until well combined. Mix in the grated zucchini.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool before slicing and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (65g)
- Calories: 204
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg