This amazing chocolate zucchini bread is a delightful treat that combines the richness of chocolate with the moistness of zucchini. The result is a perfectly balanced bread that will satisfy your chocolate cravings while adding some hidden veggies to your diet. It's easy to make and a great way to use up extra zucchini from your garden. Whether you enjoy it as a snack or for breakfast, this bread is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups shredded zucchini
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined and slightly creamy.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the shredded zucchini and chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.