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Chocolate Zucchini Bread

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This Chocolate Zucchini Bread is the ultimate secret-veggie dessert that feels like a treat but packs in some nutrition. The grated zucchini keeps the crumb incredibly moist and tender, while the unsweetened chocolate provides a deep, robust cocoa flavor without being overly sweet. It&# 226;ÂÂs a fantastic way to use up excess summer garden zucchini. Perfect for breakfast with coffee, an afternoon snack, or a unique dessert, this loaf is simple to mix and bake. The spices add warmth, making it comforting for cooler days. ItâÂÂs a crowd-pleaser that disappears quickly from the counter.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 1114.6
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This Chocolate Zucchini Bread is the ultimate secret-veggie dessert that feels like a treat but packs in some nutrition. The grated zucchini keeps the crumb incredibly moist and tender, while the unsweetened chocolate provides a deep, robust cocoa flavor without being overly sweet. It&# 226;€™s a fantastic way to use up excess summer garden zucchini. Perfect for breakfast with coffee, an afternoon snack, or a unique dessert, this loaf is simple to mix and bake. The spices add warmth, making it comforting for cooler days. It’s a crowd-pleaser that disappears quickly from the counter.
Ingredients
  • 3 md Eggs
  • 2 cup Sugar
  • 1 cup Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 2 Squares Unsweetened
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC) and grease two 9x5-inch loaf pans.
  2. 2
    Grate approximately 2 cups of fresh zucchini; set aside.
  3. 3
    In a large bowl, beat eggs until fluffy.
  4. 4
    Add sugar to the eggs and beat until well combined.
  5. 5
    Stir in oil, melted unsweetened chocolate, and vanilla extract.
  6. 6
    Fold in the grated zucchini until evenly distributed.
  7. 7
    In a separate bowl, sift together flour, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and baking soda.
  8. 8
    Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
  9. 9
    Divide batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans.
  10. 10
    Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. 11
    Let loaves cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1114.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 68.3g106%
Saturated Fat 11.5g58%
Cholesterol 279.8mg94%
Sodium 94.3mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 121.6g41%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugars 121.0g
Protein 9.9g20%

* 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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