Best 4 Amazing Chocolate Zucchini Bread Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our amazing chocolate zucchini bread, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable treat seamlessly blends the rich indulgence of chocolate with the moist, tender texture of zucchini, resulting in a heavenly masterpiece. Our comprehensive guide provides three irresistible variations to satisfy every palate: the classic chocolate zucchini bread, a gluten-free alternative for those with dietary restrictions, and a tantalizing double chocolate zucchini bread for the ultimate chocolate lovers. Get ready to embark on a baking journey that will leave you craving more!

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI BREAD



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This rich chocolate zucchini bread makes the perfect afternoon snack whenever you're in need of a chocolate fix.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Breakfast & Brunch

Time 1h20m

Yield One {8½ x 4½-inch|22 x 11-cm} loaf

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter
¾ cup plus 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1⅔ cups all purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled off with a knife
⅓ cup Dutch-process cocoa powder (ok to substitute natural cocoa powder)
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon espresso powder or instant coffee (optional)
2 cups shredded zucchini, gently packed (you'll need about 2 medium zucchini; do not wring out the liquid)
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F degrees and grease an 8½ x 4½-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Place the butter in a large microwave-safe mixing bowl and microwave for one minute, or until just melted. Stir in the brown sugar until completely smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla and stir until incorporated. (Be sure to add the eggs after the brown sugar is mixed in, as the hot butter alone could cook the eggs.)
  • Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, baking soda and instant coffee (if using) in a medium bowl. Add to the butter mixture and stir until well combined. It will be very thick.
  • Stir in the shredded zucchini and chocolate chips. (It will still be thick -- that's okay.)
  • Spoon the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly. Bake for 60 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick or cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean (save for perhaps a smear from the melted chocolate chips). Let the loaf cool on a rack for about 10 minutes before turning out onto a rack to cool completely.
  • Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The bread can be frozen for up to 3 months. After it is completely cooled, wrap it securely in aluminum foil, freezer wrap or place in a freezer bag. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Calories 231, Fat 10g, Carbohydrate 33g, Protein 3g, SaturatedFat 6g, Sugar 21g, Fiber 1g, Sodium 184mg, Cholesterol 41mg

CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI BREAD



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I shred and freeze zucchini from my garden each summer so that I can make this bread all winter long. Our family loves this chocolaty treat.-Shari Mckinney, Birney, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 loaves (12 pieces each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups sugar
1 cup canola oil
3 large eggs, room temperature
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups shredded peeled zucchini

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, cocoa, salt, baking soda, cinnamon and baking powder; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended. Stir in zucchini. Transfer to 2 greased 8x4-in. loaf pans., Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 165mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI BREAD I



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A moist scrumptious bread with chocolate and spices that even the kids will love. It's a great way to use up all of those extra zucchinis in your garden!

Provided by Diane

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Zucchini Bread Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
3 eggs
2 cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
2 cups grated zucchini
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans. In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave chocolate until melted. Stir occasionally until chocolate is smooth.
  • In a large bowl, combine eggs, sugar, oil, grated zucchini, vanilla and chocolate; beat well. Stir in the flour baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Fold in the chocolate chips. Pour batter into prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a loaf comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Cholesterol 27.9 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 192.6 mg, Sugar 23.8 g

CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI BREAD



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Chocolate zucchini bread that's rich, moist, and with a tender crumb. Made with cocoa powder for extra chocolate intensity.

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Dessert     Snack     Baking     Bread     Chocolate     Quick Bread     Zucchini

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups grated zucchini (from about a pound and a half of zucchini)
2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa (use natural unsweetened cocoa, NOT Dutch processed)
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 1/2 cups granulated white sugar
2 eggs
3/4 cup unsalted butter (12 Tbsp or 1 1/2 sticks), melted
1/2 teaspoon instant coffee granules
1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven, prepare loaf pans: Preheat oven to 350°F, with a rack in the middle. Grease two 9x5-inch loaf pans with baking spray or butter.
  • Beat sugar and eggs, add melted butter, instant coffee granules, almond extract: In a separate large bowl, beat together the sugar and eggs until smooth, about a minute. You can do this with an electric mixer on medium speed, or by hand with a wooden spoon. (I'm lazy and use a mixer but it's easy enough to do by hand.) Add the melted butter, instant coffee granules, and almond extract and beat until smooth.
  • Add zucchini to the egg mixture: Mix the shredded zucchini into the sugar egg mixture. Add the flour to the zucchini mixture in 3 additions, stirring to combine after each addition.
  • Cool: Remove to a rack. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then run a blunt knife around the edges to separate the bread from the pan. Remove from the loaf pans and let cool completely on a rack. Note that if you try to slice the chocolate zucchini bread before it has completely cooled, it will be rather crumbly. It's also easiest to slice with a bread knife.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 188 mg, Sugar 16 g, Fat 8 g, ServingSize Makes 2 loaves, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe zucchini. Ripe zucchini has a deep green color and feels firm to the touch. Avoid zucchini that is yellow or has soft spots.
  • Shred the zucchini finely. This will help it distribute evenly throughout the bread and prevent it from becoming too watery.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bread tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This usually takes about 50-60 minutes.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving. This will help it hold its shape and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Chocolate zucchini bread is a delicious and moist quick bread that is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. It is also a great way to use up zucchini from your garden. With its rich chocolate flavor and tender crumb, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you have some zucchini on hand, be sure to give this recipe a try!

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