Chocolate Zucchini Bread Loaf (Printable Version)
Decadent chocolate bread with zucchini and chocolate chips, perfectly moist and rich in every bite.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
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1/4 cup granulated white sugar
→ Wet Ingredients
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2 large eggs, at room temperature
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
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1/4 cup canola oil
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini, packed
→ Add-ins
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Set the oven to 350°F and allow it to fully preheat.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, light brown sugar, and white sugar until fully combined.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs, softened butter, canola oil, and vanilla extract on medium speed for about 1 minute until smooth.
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Add the shredded zucchini to the wet mixture and mix briefly until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently with a spatula until the batter is just combined and no dry streaks remain.
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Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, reserving a small handful to sprinkle on top before baking.
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Lightly grease an 8 × 4 inch loaf pan with butter or nonstick spray. Pour in the batter and smooth the top. Scatter the reserved chocolate chips evenly over the surface.
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Place the pan in the center of the preheated oven and bake for approximately 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs attached.
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Remove loaf from the oven and let it rest in the pan for 5 minutes to allow the structure to set.
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Carefully transfer the loaf from the pan to a wire rack and let it cool completely before slicing for the best texture.
# Additional Notes:
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Ensure the zucchini is well-drained to avoid excess moisture in the loaf. Use room temperature eggs and softened butter for better emulsification.
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Do not overmix the batter after combining wet and dry ingredients; overmixing can lead to a dense loaf.