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Moist Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread with Walnuts

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A rich, tender, and moist double chocolate zucchini bread that sneaks in veggies with a satisfying crunch of toasted walnuts. Perfect for a quick, indulgent treat that impresses every time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-processed)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil (can substitute melted coconut oil)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 ½ cups (180g) grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini, squeezed dry)
  • ½ cup (60g) chopped toasted walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan well or line with parchment paper with overhang for easy removal.
  2. Grate the zucchini using a box grater or food processor. Place grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
  3. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until combined and slightly fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  5. Slowly whisk in vegetable oil and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined; do not overmix.
  7. Gently fold in the grated zucchini and semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  8. Stir in the chopped toasted walnuts.
  9. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  10. Bake for 55–65 minutes, starting to check at 50 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center. If it comes out with a few moist crumbs, it is done.
  11. Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Squeeze zucchini thoroughly to avoid soggy bread. Use room temperature eggs and oil for better mixing. Toast walnuts for enhanced flavor. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly. Slice when completely cool to avoid crumbling.

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