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Sneaky Zucchini Chocolate Chunk Coconut Bread.

This Sneaky Zucchini Chocolate Chunk Coconut Bread is moist, rich, and packed with flavor, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time55 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Bread, Chocolate, Easy, Healthy, Vegetable, Zucchini
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchini grated (about 2 cups grated before squeezing out water)
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil melted
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour or all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup almond flour or additional whole wheat flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chunks

Instructions

  • Begin by grating the zucchini. Once grated, place it in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  • Fold the squeezed zucchini into the wet mixture until evenly distributed.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, almond flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and kosher salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Fold in the chocolate chunks until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Equipment

  • Grater
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Loaf Pan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Notes

  • Adding shredded coconut to the batter adds extra flavor and texture.
  • Freeze the bread wrapped tightly for up to 3 months to enjoy later.
  • Try different chocolate types like white chocolate or butterscotch chips for variety.
  • Always squeeze out zucchini moisture thoroughly to avoid soggy bread.