Chocolate Chunk Zucchini Loaf

Zucchini is a versatile vegetable that adds moisture and nutrients to baked goods, making it a great addition to this chocolate loaf.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Chocolate Chunk Zucchini Loaf

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Bakery Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 50 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2560

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Zucchini
• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 unit Eggs
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chunks

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
2. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out any excess moisture.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chunks.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16g25%

Total Carbohydrate 42g15%

Sugars 26g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.