Description
Indulge in this decadent fudgy chocolate zucchini quick bread recipe that will wow your taste buds and satisfy your sweet cravings
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder1 teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon salt1 teaspoon vanilla extract¾ cup granulated sugar½ cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs1 ½ cups finely grated zucchini½ cup vegetable oil1 cup chocolate chips (optional)½ cup chopped nuts (optional)½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside this dry mix.In another bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until well combined.Add in the oil and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until the mixture is smooth.Incorporate the grated zucchini into the wet ingredients, making sure it’s well combined.Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix—this will keep the bread tender.If desired, fold in chocolate chips or nuts at this stage for added flavor and texture.Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. - Prep Time: 15 minutes
- minutes: 10
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 200 calories
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Fat: 9 grams
- Saturated Fat: 9 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 3 grams
