Chocolate Zucchini Nut Bread
Indulge in the rich and moist decadence of Chocolate Zucchini Nut Bread, a delightful twist on classic zucchini bread that combines the deep, velvety flavor of cocoa with bursts of chocolate chips and the crunch of optional chopped walnuts. This recipe sneaks in a generous helping of shredded zucchini, adding incredible moisture and a subtle earthiness without overpowering the sweetness. Perfectly spiced with a hint of cinnamon, this quick bread is easy to make, with just 20 minutes of prep time. Baked to perfection in under an hour, it’s the ultimate treat for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack. Serve warm with a pat of butter or enjoy as-is for a satisfyingly chocolaty slice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups Shredded zucchini (about 2 medium zucchini)
- 0.75 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
In another bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until light and creamy. Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in the shredded zucchini, chocolate chips, and walnuts (if using). Mix until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4031 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 208.6 g | 267% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.3 g | 266% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2836 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 566.4 g | 206% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 66.8 g | 239% | |
| Total Sugars | 281.4 g | ||
| Protein | 83.4 g | 167% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 356 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 38.7 mg | 215% | |
| Potassium | 3378 mg | 72% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
