Easy Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread

Name: Easy Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 1.5 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp baking soda; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg; 1 cup finely grated Zucchini; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup oil; 1 egg; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 cup chocolate chips

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This fluffy chocolate chip zucchini bread is loaded with chocolate and shredded zucchini, which adds a lot of moisture to the bread.

It is extra delicious served with a cup of coffee or tea for an excellent breakfast or dessert! Learn how to make the best chocolate chip zucchini bread the easy way.

Why is this the best Chocolate Chips Zucchini bread recipe?

This recipe comes together in less than 5 minutes, and it doesn't need any mixers; it can easily be combined by hand. The Zucchini bread is so healthy and delicious for a quick breakfast with a cup of tea or an easy dessert.

This recipe is a good way for hiding healthy veggie such as zucchini inside a cake, and children love it so much.

This chocolate chips Zucchini bread recipe can be stored or frozen well, and you can make it in a 12-count muffin pan instead of a loaf for an easy snack.

What's in this Easy Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread?

All-purpose flour: Use the right amount of flour to achieve the best texture. So, be sure to measure the flour properly.
Baking powder: It lightens the texture of the bread and allows the dough to rise.
Baking soda: It allows the dough to rise when combined with baking powder.
Cinnamon: Use ground cinnamon for some added spice.
Nutmeg: Add ground nutmeg as it gives a delicious flavour to the bread.
Zucchini: This recipe uses finely grated zucchini. You don't need to peel it.
Granulated sugar: Using granulated sugar adds the right amount of sweetness to the dish.
Oil: You may use vegetable oil or melted butter based on your preference.
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 flavour to the dish.
Chocolate chips: Use good quality chocolate chips, it gives a rich flavour to the bread.

How to Make the Best Chocolate Chip Zucchini bread?

Preheat the oven to 177C/350F. Line a 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.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the oil, egg, sugar, vanilla, and zucchini together until combined.
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.
Sprinkle some chocolate chips and shredded zucchini on top (optional).
Bake for 40-45 minutes. Let it cool down, then cut it and serve.

Top Tips

If you’re using a box grater to grate the zucchini, use a large bowl when you do to avoid the mess.
If you like to add glaze to the bread, I recommend sugar glaze. To make it, just combine 2 tablespoons of milk and ¼ cup of powdered sugar, then drizzle it over the bread after baking.
Do not overmix the batter as it will lead to tougher bread.
Make sure to check if the bread is fully cooked before taking it out of the oven. If it is undercooked, it will sink in the middle.
You can leave the peel on the zucchini as it has a lot of fibre and nutrients.
You may also use a food processor to shred the zucchini, which is easier and not time-consuming.
Frost this chocolate chip zucchini bread with cream cheese frosting to make it a sweeter dessert.

Some variations

You may use semisweet chocolate chips, milk chocolate, chocolate chunks, mini chocolate chips or dark chocolate in this recipe.
You can add walnuts, chopped pecans, almonds, pistachio, raisins or dried cranberries for some nutty crunch.
Adding ripe bananas to the wet ingredients gives a deep bananas flavour to this bread.
You can substitute the egg for buttermilk or Greek yogurt.
Substitute granulated sugar with brown sugar.
If you are a coffee lover, you can add 1tbs instant coffee powder to the recipe.

Add-Ins to this recipe

I love adding milk or dark chocolate chips to the Zucchini bread. However, you can try some other additions such as,

White chocolate chips
Chopped nuts like pecans, almond, walnuts or hazelnuts.
Dried fruits such as raisins, sultana or apricot.
Caramel chunks
Peanut butter chunks
Honeycomb pieces
Zest a lemon or orange

Recipe FAQs

Do I have to drain the zucchini?

No, you don’t have to drain the zucchini as the moisture in it is what makes the bread moist. If you drain the water from the zucchini, the bread may turn out to be dry. You can squeeze a little bit of water if the zucchini is very watery.

How do I store zucchini bread?

You can store this chocolate chip zucchini bread in an airtight container for up to 4 days and can freeze it for up to 3 months.

How can I make healthy chocolate zucchini bread?

You can substitute granulated sugar with natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup and substitute all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.

Can I use the same recipe to make chocolate chips zucchini muffins?

Yes, you can make the same chocolate chips zucchini bread recipe in a 12-count muffin pan instead of a loaf tin. And bake it for 18-20 minutes to get delicious muffins.

Can I substitute zucchini with cucumber?

You can substitute zucchini with cucumber. But make sure to drain the water from the cucumber before using it.

How to keep zucchini bread from getting soggy?

Make sure to cool down the bread after you take it out of the oven. Cooling the bread prevents it from getting soggy.

How to make eggless zucchini bread?

You can substitute eggs with a ripe mashed banana. The banana helps bind the ingredients together because of its high moisture content and adds a great texture. Also, you can substitute the egg for ½ cup sour cream.

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