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Chocolate Zucchini Bread with Sour Cream

Decadent Chocolate Zucchini Bread with Sour Cream Bliss

This Chocolate Zucchini Bread with Sour Cream is a moist, indulgent treat that incorporates hidden vegetables for a delicious twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 ¾ cups plain flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • ⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Use Dutch-processed cocoa for deeper flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it is fresh
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt Can use table salt if needed
  • 2 large eggs Use room temperature for better incorporation
  • ½ cup vegetable oil Can substitute with canola or melted coconut oil
  • ½ cup sour cream Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute
  • ½ cup white sugar Maple syrup can be a healthier alternative
  • ½ cup light brown sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups grated zucchini Medium zucchini preferred, no need to peel
  • ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Toss in flour before baking to prevent sinking

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together plain flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sea salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, blend together eggs, vegetable oil, sour cream, white sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fold in grated zucchini and semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle any remaining chocolate chips on top.
  7. Bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Enjoy this indulgent treat alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream or warm with cream cheese for breakfast.

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