Description
The Best Chocolate Zucchini Loaf Cake is a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and hidden zucchini, creating a moist and indulgent treat that satisfies your sweet cravings while sneaking in some veggies. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this loaf will surprise your friends and family with its incredible flavor and texture. Easy to make, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to enjoy a guilt-free dessert experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup finely grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or applesauce)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard loaf pan.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a kitchen towel.
- In a bowl, mix together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together sugars, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Stir in the grated zucchini.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed—do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice - approximately 60g
- Calories: 204
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 198mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 26mg