Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Oven and Pan
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures the bread bakes evenly and rises properly.
- Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray or butter, and optionally line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together until well combined to ensure even distribution of the leavening agents.
Mix Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Combine Ingredients
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix as this can make the bread dense.
- Fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Bake the Bread
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve
- Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve plain, or with a spread of butter or cream cheese for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
Notes
This chocolate zucchini bread stays moist for several days and can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Just wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil before freezing.
