Introducing the Luscious Double Fudge Zucchini Loaf, a delightful twist on traditional loaf recipes. This creation ingeniously incorporates shredded zucchini, resulting in a moist and rich texture, complemented by the deep flavors of chocolate.
Why You’ll Love This: It’s a sneaky way to include veggies in your diet without compromising on taste. The combination of almond and gluten-free flours makes it a great choice for those with dietary preferences or restrictions.
Perfect Occasion: This loaf is perfect for a decadent breakfast, a luxurious snack, or as a guilt-free dessert. It’s also an excellent conversation starter at gatherings – guests will be amazed at how zucchini can taste so delicious!
Ingredients and Instructions:
Loaf:
- 1 medium zucchini, shredded and squeezed of liquid
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/3 cup plain yogurt (any choice)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup gluten-free flour blend
- 1/2 cup cacao powder
- 1 tsp each of sea salt, cinnamon, and baking powder
- Optional chocolate chips (for mixing)
Chocolate Icing:
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Directions:
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a bowl, mix together the zucchini, eggs, sugar, maple syrup, yogurt, olive oil, and vanilla extract.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in almond flour, gluten-free flour blend, cacao powder, sea salt, cinnamon, and baking powder until uniform.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: If using, stir through chocolate chips.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 40-45 minutes.
- Prepare Icing: Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil, pour over the cooled loaf, and set in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Slice into this Luscious Double Fudge Zucchini Loaf and savor the rich, chocolaty goodness, with the hidden benefit of zucchini making it moist and irresistible. It’s a delicious way to enjoy your greens!
