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Moist Chocolate Zucchini Bread

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A rich, chocolatey loaf that cleverly incorporates zucchini for moistness and subtle freshness. This secretly healthy bread is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) vegetable oil (or light olive oil)
  • ⅓ cup (80g) Greek yogurt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 medium zucchinis, shredded and squeezed dry (about 2 cups or 200g)
  • ½ cup (90g) chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. Shred zucchinis finely using a food processor or box grater. Squeeze out as much moisture as possible using a clean kitchen towel.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat eggs until lightly frothy. Add vegetable oil, Greek yogurt, sugar, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
  5. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the squeezed zucchini and chocolate chips evenly.
  7. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking doneness at 50 minutes with a toothpick. It should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool bread in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Squeeze zucchini thoroughly to avoid soggy bread. Fold ingredients gently to prevent toughness. Use room temperature eggs for better mixing. Tent with foil if top browns too fast. Optionally add a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar to improve rise.

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