"TESTED AND PERFECTED - This rich chocolate zucchini bread makes the perfect afternoon snack whenever you're in need of a chocolate fix...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
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3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1-2/3 cups all purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled off with a knife
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1/3 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder (ok to substitute natural cocoa powder)
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon espresso powder or instant coffee (optional)
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2 cups shredded zucchini, gently packed (you'll need about 2 medium zucchini; do not wring out the liquid)
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips