Chocolate Wave Zucchini Bread

Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of Chocolate Wave Zucchini Bread, a dessert-lover’s dream with a hidden healthy twist. This moist quick bread combines the earthy sweetness of shredded zucchini with the bold flavor of unsweetened cocoa powder, creating a perfectly balanced treat that's as delightful for breakfast as it is for dessert. The batter is elevated with a touch of ground cinnamon for warmth and studded throughout with semi-sweet chocolate chips, which melt into luscious pockets of gooey goodness. Topped with a sprinkling of chocolate chips for extra texture, this loaf bakes to a tender, sliceable perfection in under an hour. Perfect for sneaking veggies into your diet without sacrificing flavor, this easy-to-make recipe is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone reaching for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 2 cups Shredded zucchini (squeezed dry)
• 2 Large eggs
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8x4-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easier release.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate large bowl, whisk the eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Add the shredded zucchini to the wet ingredients, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

Step 5

Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Gently stir in the chocolate chips, reserving a small handful to sprinkle on top.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface with a spatula. Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips over the top for added texture and flavor.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.

Step 9

Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1494.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3950.0

Total Fat 169.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 2688.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 636.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 64.3g	0%
Total Sugars 352.8g
Protein 75.2g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 398.9mg	0%
Iron 38.0mg	0%
Potassium 3635.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.8%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 58.3%