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Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Calories 250
A moist and flavorful zucchini bread loaded with chocolate chips, perfect for a quick snack or dessert.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (provides structure; spoon and level for accurate measurement.)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda (helps the bread rise; don’t skip it.)
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder (adds lightness and texture.)
  • ½ teaspoon salt (balances sweetness.)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (warms up the flavor beautifully.)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional, adds subtle depth.)

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup vegetable oil (keeps the bread moist; neutral oils preferred.)
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce (adds moisture and natural sweetness.)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar (sweetens evenly without overpowering.)
  • ½ cup brown sugar (packed) (adds a hint of caramel flavor.)
  • 2 large eggs (bind ingredients; room temperature preferred.)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (enhances chocolate and zucchini flavor.)

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded zucchini (use fresh, squeeze out excess moisture.)
  • 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet preferred for balanced sweetness.)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven, shred zucchini, and line loaf pan with parchment.
  • Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl; whisk to combine.
  • In another bowl, beat eggs, then add oil, applesauce, sugars, and vanilla; whisk until smooth.
  • Fold shredded zucchini into wet mixture, then add dry ingredients just until combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 55–60 minutes. Cool before slicing.

Notes

Reserve some chocolate chips to sprinkle on top before baking for an appealing look.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bread, chocolate, zucchini