Vegan Chocolate Chip Walnut Zucchini Bread
This Vegan Chocolate Chip Walnut Zucchini Bread is a moist and flavorful treat that combines the richness of chocolate chips, the crunch of walnuts, and the subtle sweetness of zucchini.
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Craving a sweet treat that’s both indulgent and wholesome? Look no further than our Vegan Chocolate Chip Walnut Zucchini Bread! This deliciously moist loaf combines the rich flavors of chocolate chips and crunchy walnuts with the subtle sweetness and nutrition of zucchini.
Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this vegan twist on classic zucchini bread is easy to make and impossible to resist. Get ready to enjoy a slice (or two) of this delightful treat that proves healthy eating can be wonderfully indulgent.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This vegan zucchini bread is not only dairy-free and egg-free but also packed with nutrients. Zucchini adds moisture and a subtle sweetness, while the walnuts provide a satisfying crunch and a dose of healthy fats. The chocolate chips? They bring the perfect touch of indulgence to this wholesome loaf.
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How to Grate Zucchini for Baking
Grating zucchini for baking is a simple process that can make a big difference in the texture and moisture of your baked goods. Here’s how to do it:
Tools Needed:
- Fresh zucchini
- Box grater or food processor
- Clean kitchen towel or paper towels
Steps:
- Wash the Zucchini: Rinse the zucchini under cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Pat it dry with a clean towel.
- Trim the Ends: Cut off both ends of the zucchini to create flat surfaces for easier handling.
- Grate the Zucchini:
- Using a Box Grater: Place the box grater on a sturdy surface like a cutting board. Hold the zucchini firmly and grate it using the side with the medium or large holes, depending on your recipe’s preference.
- Using a Food Processor: If you have a food processor, use the grating attachment. Cut the zucchini into chunks that fit the feed tube, then feed them through the processor to grate.
- Drain the Excess Moisture: Zucchini has a high water content, which can affect the texture of your baked goods if not properly drained.
- Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or a few layers of paper towels.
- Gather the edges of the towel and twist it to wring out as much moisture as possible. You may need to repeat this step with fresh towels to ensure the zucchini is well-drained.
- Measure and Use: Once drained, measure the grated zucchini as per your recipe’s requirements. It’s now ready to be added to your batter or dough!
Tips:
- Skin On or Off: Generally, you can leave the skin on the zucchini when grating. The skin adds color, nutrients, and texture to your baked goods. However, if you prefer a smoother texture or if the skin is particularly tough, you can peel it off before grating.
- Even Grating: Try to grate the zucchini evenly to ensure it incorporates smoothly into your batter.
Vegan Chocolate Chip Walnut Zucchini Bread
Ingredients:
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup oat milk
1 1/2 tbsp ground flaxseeds
1 cup brown sugar
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup grated zucchini
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
3/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Grate the zucchini and remove as much moisture as you can using paper towels. (Detailed instructions are at the beginning of this post)
In a medium sized mixing bowl, add the vegetable oil, oat milk, ground flaxseeds, brown sugar and vanilla extract. Whisk until combined.
Add the grated zucchini to the bowl.
Add the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the chopped walnuts and chocolate chips. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool in the pan on a cooling rack. Let cool completely before slicing.
Vegan Chocolate Chip Walnut Zucchini Bread
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup oat milk
- 1 1/2 tbsp ground flaxseeds
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 3/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.Grate the zucchini and remove as much moisture as you can using paper towels. (Detailed instructions are at the beginning of this post)
- In a medium sized mixing bowl, add the vegetable oil, oat milk, ground flaxseeds, brown sugar and vanilla extract. Whisk until combined.
- Add the grated zucchini to the bowl. Add the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts and chocolate chips. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Let cool in the pan on a cooling rack. Let cool completely before slicing.
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