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Moist Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread Recipe with Dark Chocolate Chips Easy and Perfect

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A moist and glossy double chocolate zucchini bread featuring dark chocolate chips, perfect for a comforting snack or breakfast treat with a tender, rich crumb and subtle sheen.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups grated zucchini (about 200g), squeezed dry
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (220g) (can substitute almond flour for gluten-free)
  • ½ cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder (50g)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
  • ½ cup vegetable oil (120ml) (can substitute melted coconut oil)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup dark chocolate chips (130g) (semi-sweet or bittersweet)
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon espresso powder
  • Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (60g)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture to yield about 1 ½ cups drained zucchini.
  3. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, Dutch-processed cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder (if using). Whisk to combine.
  4. In another bowl, whisk granulated sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly thickened.
  5. Fold the grated zucchini into the wet mixture, then gradually add the dry ingredients, folding gently with a rubber spatula until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in dark chocolate chips and nuts (if using), distributing evenly without overmixing.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs but no wet batter. Start checking at 50 minutes.
  9. Cool the bread in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Squeeze zucchini well to avoid soggy bread. Use Dutch-processed cocoa powder for smooth chocolate flavor. Fold ingredients gently to prevent toughness. Coat chocolate chips in flour to prevent sinking. Use an oven thermometer for accurate baking temperature. Let bread cool fully before slicing for best texture.

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