Description
Enjoy this rich and moist Slow Cooker Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread, a perfect treat for fall lovers. Lina Kohn from Gourmet Gusto shares this comforting recipe.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchini)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the granulated sugar and brown sugar.
- Add the eggs one at a time to the sugar mixture, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the vegetable oil and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the grated zucchini, chocolate chips, and nuts (if using).
- Grease a 6-quart slow cooker and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- Pour the batter into the prepared slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 2 to 3 hours, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Cooking time may vary depending on your slow cooker.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the bread from the slow cooker using the parchment paper overhang. Let it cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure your zucchini is well-drained after grating to prevent excess moisture in the bread.
- You can substitute milk chocolate chips for semi-sweet for a sweeter flavor.
- This bread is delicious served warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: Approximately 350-400 calories (will vary based on ingredients)
- Sugar: Approximately 35-45g
- Sodium: Approximately 250-300mg
- Fat: Approximately 20-25g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 4-6g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 16-19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 45-55g
- Fiber: Approximately 3-4g
- Protein: Approximately 4-5g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 30-40mg