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Moist Double Chocolate Zucchini Loaf

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A cozy, moist loaf combining the rich flavor of double chocolate with the subtle moisture of shredded zucchini, perfect for indulgent yet nourishing treats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted (Dutch-processed preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar (can substitute coconut sugar)
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups shredded zucchini (about 2 medium), squeezed dry
  • ¾ cup (130g) semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips
  • Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans, or a pinch of cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Shred the zucchini using a box grater or food processor. Place shredded zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir to combine well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the sugar with vegetable oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until just combined. Fold in the shredded zucchini and chocolate chips. If using nuts or cinnamon, fold them in now.
  6. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top gently.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, starting to check at 50 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  8. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Squeezing the zucchini well is key to preventing sogginess. Fold the batter gently to avoid a dense loaf. Tent with foil if the top browns too quickly. Chocolate chips can be tossed in a little flour before folding to prevent sinking. Room temperature eggs improve batter consistency.

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