Description
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of Gluten-Free Chocolate Zucchini Bread, a perfect way to use up summer’s bounty of zucchini. This moist and decadent bread combines the delightful flavors of cocoa with hidden veggies, making it a hit with both kids and adults. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or as a sweet dessert, this versatile recipe is easy to whip up with minimal fuss. Plus, it’s gluten-free and made using healthier ingredients like coconut sugar and avocado oil, allowing you to indulge guilt-free. Treat yourself to a slice today!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini (packed)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup avocado oil
- 3/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup dark cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup gluten-free flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9"x5" loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mix eggs, avocado oil, coconut sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet ingredients; stir gently until just mixed.
- Fold in grated zucchini and chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan; sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for about 15 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg