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Paleo Zucchini Bread with Chocolate Chips

This Paleo Zucchini Bread is a moist, chocolatey delight that's simple to make and guilt-free!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Paleo
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread:
  • 1 cup shredded zucchini about 1 medium zucchini
  • 1 large ripe banana mashed
  • 6 large eggs room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup Grade B recommended
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil melted and cooled
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup coconut flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 ounces dark chocolate chopped into chunks or chips

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Loaf pan
  • Oven
  • Grater

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a dish towel.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed banana, eggs, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Step 4: In another bowl, whisk together the coconut flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, ground nutmeg, and kosher salt.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Gently fold in the shredded zucchini and 3 ounces of dark chocolate chunks.
  7. Step 7: Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and sprinkle reserved chocolate on top.
  8. Step 8: Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Step 9: Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
  • Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze slices for up to 3 months.
  • For a nut-free option, use sunflower seed butter instead of chocolate.