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Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Moist, chocolatey zucchini bread that sneaks in veggies without sacrificing flavor—perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bread
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 eggs room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup grated zucchini squeeze excess moisture
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Loaf pan
  • Parchment paper or non-stick spray
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla extract.
  4. Fold in grated zucchini and optional chocolate chips.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

This chocolate zucchini bread is moist, rich, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Save it to your Pinterest board for easy reference!