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Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread

This Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread is a rich and delicious treat that perfectly blends the lightness of zucchini with deep cocoa and chocolate flavors, making it ideal for breakfast, snack, or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder
  • 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
  • 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
  • 1 and 1/2 cups shredded zucchini

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
  2. Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder in a large bowl.
  3. Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
  4. Whisk the eggs, oil, Greek yogurt, granulated sugar, and vanilla in a separate bowl until smooth.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the shredded zucchini until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about an hour before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra chocolaty flavor, use chocolate chips of different cocoa content. Store wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

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Keywords: zucchini bread, chocolate, dessert, baking, vegetarian