Indulgent Chocolate Zucchini Bread with Sour Cream Recipe
Indulge in the rich and moist Chocolate Zucchini Bread made with sour cream for added decadence. This recipe combines the goodness of zucchini with the richness of chocolate, creating a delightful treat for any occasion.
- Author: Jeannette
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup plain flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (fine sea or table)
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large room temperature eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or canola or melted coconut oil)
- 1/3 cup sour cream (or substitute with greek yogurt)
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 1 1/2 cups finely grated zucchini
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (split for use)
- Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Loaf Pan
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine eggs, oil, sour cream, sugars, and vanilla. Use an electric mixer to blend until smooth.
- Step 4: Incorporate Dry Ingredients and Add Fillings
Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet. Gently fold in zucchini and 3/4 cup chocolate chips.
- Step 5: Pour and Bake
Pour batter into the pan, sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top. Bake for 55-65 minutes.
- Step 6: Cool and Serve
Let the bread cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can add chopped nuts for extra crunch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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