Shredded zucchini and carrots add moisture and sweetness to this healthy and delicious cocoa-rich bread.
Ingredients- 2 cups white whole wheat flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup toasted wheat germ
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
- 3 eggs (large)
- 2/3 cup plain yogurt (low fat)
- 1/3 cup canola oil
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions- Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees and spray two 8 inch bread pans with non-stick spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients (flour through baking powder).
- In a separate bowl, whisk together wet ingredients (zucchini through vanilla).
- Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir with rubber spatula until combined. Gently stir in chocolate chips then pour mixture evenly between both bread pans.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before slicing with a serrated knife.
Chef's Notes:
Freezer friendly! Simply wrap individual slices in plastic-wrap and freeze in one large resealable plastic bag. To reheat simply microwave for 45-60 seconds.
Nutrition:
Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 12.9g | Protein: 3.8g | Fat: 5.8g | Saturated Fat: 1.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4.5g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 169mg | Fiber: 2.2g | Sugar: 3.8g
Chocolate zucchini carrot bread
