I have an extra fresh zucchini that I don't want to waste. So, I made this soft and moist chocolate chip zucchini bread which is perfect for breakfast or snack!
Chocolate Chips Zucchini bread
I am a big fan of this recipe because it comes together in less than 5 minutes.
This recipe is also a great way to sneak healthy veggies like zucchini into a cake that kids will absolutely love. My daughter, who usually hates zucchini, couldn't even taste it in this amazing sweet bread!
The secret is to shred the zucchini finely, and they will literally melt while baking, and you will never taste it.
However, zucchini will add a moist and tender texture to this bread, which I am sure your whole family will love.
There are 2 important notes to prevent your bread from getting soggy; First, you have to squeeze a little bit of water from the zucchini because the extra moisture could make your bread soggy.
Second, make sure to cool down the bread after you take it out of the oven.
You'll Need
Note: This is an overview of the ingredients. See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
All-purpose flour: Be sure to measure the flour properly.
Baking powder and baking soda: I use both to make a fluffy, soft, sweet bread.
Spices: I add ground cinnamon and nutmeg.
Zucchini: I don't peel my zucchini. I just use the food processor to shred it, which is easier and less time-consuming.
Oil: I use vegetable oil.
Egg: I use only one egg in making this Zucchini bread. Make sure to use it at room temperature to combine with all the ingredients well.
Vanilla extract: It adds a delicious flavor.
Granulated sugar
Chocolate chips: I tested this recipe with both milk and white chocolate chips, and to be honest, I liked the milk chocolate chips better. Use good quality chocolate chips; they give the bread a rich flavor.
How to Make Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread?
One: Preheat the oven to 180C / 350F. Line a 2lb loaf tin with parchment pepper.
Two: In a big mixing bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and nutmeg until well combined, then set aside.
Three: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the oil, egg, sugar, vanilla, and zucchini together until combined.
Tip: If you’re using a box grater to shred the zucchini, use a large bowl when you do to avoid the mess.
Four: Now, add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, gently whisk until combined (don't over mix).
Five: Add the chocolate chips, stir. Then, transfer the batter into the loaf tin.
Tip: Do not overmix the batter as it will lead to tougher bread.
Six: Sprinkle some chocolate chips and shredded zucchini on top (optional).
Seven: Bake for 40-45 minutes. Let it cool down, then cut it and serve.
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Recipe Card
Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup finely grated Zucchini
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup oil
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180c / 350F. Line a 2lb loaf tin with parchment pepper.
- In a big mixing bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and nutmeg until well combined, then set aside.1.5 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the oil, egg, sugar, vanilla, and zucchini together until combined.1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup oil, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 cup finely grated Zucchini
- Now, add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, gently whisk until combined (don't over mix).
- Add the chocolate chips, stir. Then, transfer the batter into the loaf tin.1 cup chocolate chips
- Bake for 40-45 minutes. Let it cool down, then cut it and serve.
Hana says
I used brown sugar in making this recipe; it gives a richer flavour.
Riley says
So delicious!! I used whole wheat flour instead of plain flour and sprinkled some shredded coconut on the top of the loaf.
Grace says
I made this recipe as muffins. I enjoy them as a sweet and quick breakfast and sometimes as an afternoon snack. So good!!
Nadia says
I tripled this recipe and made three chocolate chips zucchini loaves. My family and I love it so much!!
Cath says
The instructions of this recipe are clear and easy to follow, and the bread comes together in no time at all. This is so far the best chocolate bread I have ever made!
Lora says
This zucchini bread is healthy and tasty. And because chocolate makes everything more delicious, I added more chocolate chips to the recipe.
Helga says
I made this sweet bread recipe twice. I added some raisins the first time, and the second time, I replaced the dark chocolate with white chocolate. This recipe is perfect. Exactly how I like my sweet bread to be.
Julia says
Nice recipe, my son eat this zucchini cake without complain. Thanks for sharing this recipe.
Kate says
I made this chocolate zucchini bread; it was amazing. I also added some chopped walnut to the butter.