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The Best Chocolate Zucchini Loaf Cake

  • Author: Ava
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 12 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

The Best Chocolate Zucchini Loaf Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the rich taste of chocolate with the unexpected moisture of zucchini. This moist loaf cake is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, making it a versatile treat that everyone will love. With its hidden veggies and rich flavor, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that brings back warm memories of family kitchens filled with laughter.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup finely grated zucchini
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Grate zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat eggs and sugar until combined; mix in oil and vanilla.
  5. Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined; gently stir in zucchini.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: - Use high-quality cocoa powder for richer flavor. - Customize with nuts or chocolate chips for added texture. - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.