Chocolate Zucchini Bread
A deliciously moist chocolate zucchini bread that's a fan favorite, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, packed with chocolate chips and health benefits from zucchini.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder (not Dutch process)
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Main Ingredient
- 1 and 1/2 cups shredded zucchini (no need to blot)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or an 8×4-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder until well combined. Mix in the chocolate chips and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs, oil, yogurt, granulated sugar, and vanilla together until smooth.
Mixing
- Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently whisk to combine. Fold in the shredded zucchini. Note that the batter will be thick.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, loosely covering with aluminum foil halfway through to prevent over-browning.
- The bread is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean with only a few small moist crumbs.
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan on a wire rack for 1 hour. If you like, gently press a few more chocolate chips into the top while it’s still warm.
- Carefully remove the bread from the pan and place it directly on the wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
To store your Chocolate Zucchini Bread, keep it covered at room temperature for up to 5 days. If you want to keep it fresh longer, place it in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. For best results, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap to maintain moisture. Tips: Use freshly shredded zucchini for best moisture content. Add more chocolate chips for a richer flavor.