Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
3 unit

eggs

2 cup

sugar

1 cup

vegetable oil

1 tsp

vanilla

2 cup

grated zucchini

grated

2 oz

unsweetened chocolate

melted

2 cup

flour

1 tsp

baking soda

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

cinnamon

0.75 cup

semi-sweet chocolate chips

0.75 cup

chopped walnuts

chopped

Step 1
~7 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.

Step 2
~7 min

In a large mixing bowl, combine eggs, sugar, oil, and vanilla.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 3
~7 min

Beat with an electric mixer on low speed for about 1 1/2 minutes until well blended.

Step 4
~7 min

Add grated zucchini and melted, cooled chocolate; stir to blend.

Step 5
~7 min

In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~7 min

Add dry ingredients, chocolate chips, and chopped walnuts to the egg mixture.

Step 7
~7 min

Stir just enough to blend in the dry ingredients; do not overmix.

Step 8
~7 min

Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.

Step 9
~7 min

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 10
~7 min

Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes.

Step 11
~7 min

Turn out of the pan and cool completely on the rack before slicing.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Do not overmix the batter to avoid a tough bread.

Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture before adding it to the batter.

Add a streusel topping for extra sweetness and crunch.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream

Serve with a cup of coffee or tea

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Fresh berries

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Fall
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Dessert
Snack

Popularity Score

70/100