Best 2 Healthy Chocolate Zucchini Loaf Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and nutritious way to satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than this healthy chocolate zucchini loaf! This delectable treat is packed with the goodness of zucchini, which adds a moist and tender texture while also providing essential vitamins and minerals. It's also naturally sweetened with honey and maple syrup, making it a healthier alternative to traditional chocolate loaf cakes. With its rich chocolate flavor and guilt-free indulgence, this chocolate zucchini loaf is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI LOAF



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Adriene Lujbli stirs grated zucchini into this no-fuss loaf. "I fix it whenever my family wants something chocolaty," notes the Gilboa, New York baker. "Try it in your bread machine if it has a quick bread setting," she says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf (12 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup grated unpeeled zucchini
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, salt, baking soda and cinnamon; gradually add to creamed mixture just until moistened. Fold in zucchini and chocolate chips., Spoon into a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 180mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

HEALTHY CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI LOAF



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I came up with this recipe so that I could enjoy a healthier treat that was still appealing to my kids.

Provided by Stephanie1125

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Zucchini Bread Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 large eggs eggs
2 cups shredded zucchini
¾ cup pure maple syrup
⅔ cup grapeseed oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups whole wheat flour
½ cup hemp hearts
½ cup chia seeds
½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 standard loaf pans.
  • Combine zucchini, maple syrup, oil, and vanilla extract in a large bowl.
  • Mix flour, hemp hearts, chia seeds, coconut, cocoa powder, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and nutmeg together in a separate bowl. Mix wet and dry ingredients until just combined. Pour batter into the prepared pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into a loaf comes out clean, about 60 minutes. Cut each loaf into 12 slices once cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.7 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 38.8 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 167.9 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right zucchini. For the best flavor and texture, use fresh, medium-sized zucchini. Avoid zucchini that is too large or has blemishes.
  • Grate the zucchini finely. This will help it blend into the batter more easily and prevent it from becoming stringy.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bread tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a loaf pan that is lined with parchment paper. This will help prevent the bread from sticking to the pan.
  • Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This usually takes about 50-60 minutes.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving. This will help it hold its shape.

Conclusion:

This healthy chocolate zucchini loaf is a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy zucchini. It is moist, flavorful, and has a rich chocolate taste. It is also a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. This bread is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. It is also a great way to use up extra zucchini.

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