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Chocolate Zucchini Bread

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A delightful chocolate zucchini bread that combines rich chocolate flavor with the moistness of fresh zucchini, perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 3 Large Eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg
  • 2 cups Grated Zucchini (do not drain excess liquid)
  • 12 oz Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (divided)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare a 9×5 inch loaf pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  3. Mix the granulated sugar and vegetable oil until blended. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth.
  4. Combine the flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a separate bowl.
  5. Combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, folding gently.
  6. Add in the grated zucchini and 8 oz of chocolate chips, folding until incorporated.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle the remaining 4 oz of chocolate chips on top.
  8. Bake for about 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a vegan option, substitute eggs with flax eggs and use coconut oil or applesauce instead of vegetable oil. You can also add nuts or berries for variation.

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Keywords: chocolate, zucchini, bread, dessert, baking

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