Chocolate Zucchini Bread Recipe
Introduction:
Hi guys, today I'm going to show you how to make Chocolate Zucchini Bread. Zucchini is plentiful at this time of year, and this is a fantastic way to use it up. This recipe is simple, delicious, and perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings while sneaking in some veggies. Let’s get started!
Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (plus more for topping)
2 large eggs
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup grated zucchini (from one medium zucchini)
Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or any other nuts
Instructions:
Preheat and Prep:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or vegetable oil and lightly flour it. Tap out the excess flour.
Dry Ingredients:
In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup of flour, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Sift if needed to remove lumps.
Grate Zucchini:
Trim the end off a medium zucchini, leaving the stem on for easy handling. Grate the zucchini using the large holes of a box grater. Measure out 1 cup and set aside.
Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, beat 2 eggs. Add 1/3 cup vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 cup sugar. Mix until well combined.
Combine Ingredients:
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Gently fold in the grated zucchini. Do not overmix.
Add-Ins:
If using, fold in 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or other nuts.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top and gently swirl them into the batter with a spatula.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few crumbs.
Let the bread cool in the pan on a cooling rack until it's cool enough to handle.
Serve:
Run a spatula around the edges to loosen the bread and turn it out onto a cooling rack.
Slice and enjoy the moist, chocolaty goodness of your Chocolate Zucchini Bread!
Conclusion:
And there you have it – Chocolate Zucchini Bread that's so moist and chocolaty, you’ll forget it’s made with zucchini! This quick bread is a delightful treat that’s perfect for any time of the day. I hope you enjoy baking and eating it as much as we do. Don't forget to like and comment, and visit our website for more delicious recipes. Thanks for watching, and happy baking!
Created by: AnitaCooks
Ingredients
Directions
Introduction:
Hi guys, today I'm going to show you how to make Chocolate Zucchini Bread. Zucchini is plentiful at this time of year, and this is a fantastic way to use it up. This recipe is simple, delicious, and perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings while sneaking in some veggies. Let’s get started!
Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (plus more for topping)
2 large eggs
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup grated zucchini (from one medium zucchini)
Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or any other nuts
Instructions:
Preheat and Prep:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or vegetable oil and lightly flour it. Tap out the excess flour.
Dry Ingredients:
In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup of flour, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Sift if needed to remove lumps.
Grate Zucchini:
Trim the end off a medium zucchini, leaving the stem on for easy handling. Grate the zucchini using the large holes of a box grater. Measure out 1 cup and set aside.
Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, beat 2 eggs. Add 1/3 cup vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 cup sugar. Mix until well combined.
Combine Ingredients:
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Gently fold in the grated zucchini. Do not overmix.
Add-Ins:
If using, fold in 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or other nuts.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top and gently swirl them into the batter with a spatula.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few crumbs.
Let the bread cool in the pan on a cooling rack until it's cool enough to handle.
Serve:
Run a spatula around the edges to loosen the bread and turn it out onto a cooling rack.
Slice and enjoy the moist, chocolaty goodness of your Chocolate Zucchini Bread!
Conclusion:
And there you have it – Chocolate Zucchini Bread that's so moist and chocolaty, you’ll forget it’s made with zucchini! This quick bread is a delightful treat that’s perfect for any time of the day. I hope you enjoy baking and eating it as much as we do. Don't forget to like and comment, and visit our website for more delicious recipes. Thanks for watching, and happy baking!
Created by: AnitaCooks
