Chocolate Zucchini Bread Loaf (Print-Friendly Version)
Decadent chocolate loaf featuring zucchini for rich flavor and moist texture. Ideal for snacking or dessert.
# Ingredients:
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2 large eggs
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⅓ cup neutral vegetable oil or melted butter
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¼ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
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½ cup light brown sugar
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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¼ teaspoon baking soda
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¼ teaspoon salt
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1 ½ cups shredded zucchini (about 1 medium or just under ½ pound)
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¾ cup chocolate chips or chunks (milk or semi-sweet, plus more for garnish if desired)
# Steps:
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Heat oven to 350°F. Line a 4×8 or 5×9 inch loaf pan with baking parchment or spray well with nonstick cooking spray.
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Using a whisk, blend eggs, oil, sour cream, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract in a large measuring jug until combined, breaking up any lumps of brown sugar.
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In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Using a rubber spatula, fold shredded zucchini into the flour mixture, ensuring it is evenly distributed. Add chocolate chips and fold them in as well.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Using a rubber spatula, stir just until combined and no dry flour is visible. Do not overmix.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with additional chocolate chips if desired. Bake at 350°F for 45-55 minutes, until the top is risen and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean. Cover bread with foil after 25-30 minutes if the top gets too dark.
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Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let it rest on a cooling rack for 5-10 minutes. Remove the bread from the pan, peel off parchment, and let it cool completely on the rack before slicing.
# Notes:
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Use regular unsweetened cocoa powder, not Dutch processed, for best results.
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Zucchini from a medium-sized vegetable is preferred over large ones, which may contain too much water.
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Do not overmix the batter as it may result in a dense texture.
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For the best texture and flavor, allow the bread to cool completely before slicing.
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The baking time may vary depending on your oven and the type of pan used. A standard metal pan is recommended.