Ultra-Moist Chocolate Zucchini Bread with Sour Cream

This Ultra-Moist Chocolate Zucchini Bread with Sour Cream is rich, fudgy, and tender — the perfect way to use fresh zucchini. Unlike typical quick breads that dry out, the addition of sour cream keeps this loaf soft and moist for days.

Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, this chocolate zucchini bread combines the earthy sweetness of zucchini with deep chocolate flavor. Optional chocolate chips or nuts elevate the flavor even further, making it a crowd favorite.

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Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt

Sugars & Fat

• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• ½ cup sour cream

Wet Ingredients

• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

Vegetables

• 2 cups grated zucchini (approx. 2 medium)

Optional Add-ins

• 1 cup chocolate chips
• ½ cup chopped nuts

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5″ loaf pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, mix sugars, oil, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Stir in grated zucchini.
5. Fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined. Add chocolate chips/nuts if using.
6. Pour into prepared pan and smooth top.
7. Bake 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
8. Cool 10 minutes in pan, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.

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Tips for Success

• Do not squeeze zucchini too dry — moisture keeps bread tender.
• Avoid overmixing to prevent a dense loaf.
• Cool completely for neat slices.
• Store in airtight container; lasts 3–5 days, or freeze for longer.

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Serving Suggestions

• Pair with coffee or tea for breakfast.
• Top with whipped cream or cream cheese frosting for dessert.
• Serve with fresh berries for a light snack.

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Variations

• Nutty: Add walnuts or pecans.
• Spiced: Add cinnamon, nutmeg, or pumpkin spice.
• Extra Chocolate: Fold in chocolate chips or chunks.

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Fun Facts

Chocolate zucchini bread is a classic way to use surplus zucchini in summer. The addition of sour cream is a traditional trick to create moist, tender quick breads without altering flavor.