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Chocolate Zucchini Bread

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This Chocolate Zucchini Bread is a moist, flavorful twist on the classic vegetable loaf, combining the earthy sweetness of grated zucchini with rich bittersweet chocolate. The addition of whole-wheat flour and rolled oats adds a hearty texture and subtle nuttiness, while yogurt ensures a tender crumb. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this bread is incredibly satisfying and hides its healthy ingredients behind indulgent chocolate notes. It&# 226;ÂÂs easy to make with pantry staples and freezes beautifully for later enjoyment. Serve it warm with butter or cold as a quick treat.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: 5526.6
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This Chocolate Zucchini Bread is a moist, flavorful twist on the classic vegetable loaf, combining the earthy sweetness of grated zucchini with rich bittersweet chocolate. The addition of whole-wheat flour and rolled oats adds a hearty texture and subtle nuttiness, while yogurt ensures a tender crumb. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this bread is incredibly satisfying and hides its healthy ingredients behind indulgent chocolate notes. It&# 226;€™s easy to make with pantry staples and freezes beautifully for later enjoyment. Serve it warm with butter or cold as a quick treat.
Ingredients
  • 4 ounce Bittersweet Chocolate
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup Whole-Wheat Flour
  • 1/3 cup Quick-Cooking Rolled Oats
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 cup Butter, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 ea Eggs; slightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoon Plain Yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 1/2 teaspoon Grated Lemon Rind
  • 2 cup Zucchini; unpeeled; finely grated
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. 2
    In a small saucepan, melt bittersweet chocolate over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. 3
    In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, whole-wheat flour, rolled oats, and baking soda. Set aside.
  4. 4
    In a large bowl, cream together room-temperature butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. 5
    Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in yogurt, vanilla extract, and grated lemon rind.
  6. 6
    Stir in finely grated zucchini until evenly distributed.
  7. 7
    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in two batches, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
  8. 8
    Fold in the melted chocolate until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  9. 9
    Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  10. 10
    Bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. 11
    Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 5526.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 252.6g389%
Saturated Fat 142.8g714%
Cholesterol 1007.3mg336%
Sodium 1182.2mg50%
Total Carbohydrate 699.6g234%
Dietary Fiber 77.5g310%
Sugars 319.8g
Protein 107.6g216%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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