Chocolate Zucchini Fudgy Loaf (Printer-Friendly)
Moist, fudgy chocolate loaf combining shredded zucchini and cinnamon for a tender, rich flavor profile.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
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1.5 cups all-purpose flour
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0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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0.5 teaspoon baking powder
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ Wet Ingredients
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0.5 cup vegetable oil
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0.5 cup granulated sugar
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0.5 cup packed light brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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1.5 cups finely shredded zucchini, moisture pressed out
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0.5 cup sour cream
→ Add-ins
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
# Preparation Steps:
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Finely shred the zucchini, then wrap it in a clean towel and squeeze out excess moisture to prevent sogginess.
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until homogeneous and lump-free.
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In a separate bowl, whisk vegetable oil with granulated and brown sugars until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
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Gently fold shredded zucchini and sour cream into the wet mixture, avoiding overmixing to retain tenderness.
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Add dry ingredients to wet and fold gently with a spatula until just combined, ensuring no visible streaks remain.
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Reserve a handful of chips for topping, then fold the remaining chocolate chips evenly into the batter.
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Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan and optionally line with parchment paper for easier removal.
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Pour batter into prepared pan, smooth the top, sprinkle reserved chocolate chips, and bake at 350°F for 50 to 60 minutes until a toothpick yields moist crumbs.
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Let bread cool in pan for 15 to 20 minutes, remove and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing for best texture.
# Additional Suggestions:
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Remove as much liquid as possible from zucchini to avoid a dense texture.
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Use room temperature eggs and sour cream to create a smoother batter and even rise.
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Check doneness starting at 50 minutes; moist crumbs on the toothpick indicate readiness.
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Allow the loaf to cool completely before slicing to prevent a gummy crumb.
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For enhanced chocolate depth, add 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder to dry ingredients.