Description
A delicious and moist Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread that combines the sweetness of chocolate with the subtle earthiness of zucchini, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium zucchini (about 200 grams), grated
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (190 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (45 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (175 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon for added flavor
Instructions
- Prepare the zucchini by washing and grating it, then squeeze out excess moisture if necessary.
- Mix the dry ingredients: whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in a separate bowl.
- Combine the wet ingredients: in a large bowl, mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil, then add eggs and vanilla extract.
- Merge the wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Add the grated zucchini and chocolate chips, folding them into the batter.
- Pour the batter into a prepared loaf pan and bake in a preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
Notes
- Choose medium-sized zucchinis for better sweetness and texture.
- Adjust sweetness levels according to personal preference.
- For gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend and add xanthan gum.
- For vegan, substitute eggs with applesauce or flaxseed mixture and use plant-based oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread, Baking, Dessert, Snack, Breakfast