Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated zucchini (about 1–2 large zucchinis)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare two 9 x 5 inch loaf pans with cooking spray.
- Grate the zucchini and measure out 2 cups, ensuring it’s not overly moist.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and baking soda.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and vanilla until fluffy.
- Stir in grated zucchini, chocolate chips, and orange zest into the wet mixture.
- Gently add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, combining without overmixing.
- Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 15-20 minutes before removing and slicing.
Last Step:
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Ensure grated zucchini is well-drained to prevent sogginess.
Mini chocolate chips can alter texture and create a fun surprise.
Adjust spice levels according to personal preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 40