Description
Indulgent Chocolate Zucchini Bread with Sour Cream is a moist and decadent treat that brings together the rich flavors of chocolate and the subtle sweetness of zucchini. This delightful bread is perfect for any occasion—be it brunch, an afternoon snack, or a dessert. The addition of sour cream ensures a tender texture, while the semi-sweet chocolate chips create an irresistible chocolate experience. Whether you’re a fan of chocolate or simply looking to sneak some veggies into your diet, this recipe is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup plain flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ⅓ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- ¼ cup white sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 1½ cups finely grated zucchini
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased loaf pan.
- In one bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, vegetable oil, sour cream, sugars, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually stir dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined. Fold in grated zucchini and half of the chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for about 55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg