Description
Indulge in the delightful blend of rich chocolate and moist zucchini with this easy-to-make Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, this recipe not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also sneaks in some veggies! Each slice is a harmony of flavors and textures, making it a favorite for both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated fresh zucchini
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar (light)
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil (or applesauce)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil (or applesauce), and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg