September 15, 2024 2 Comments
Welcome to the world of delicious zucchini treats! If you’ve got an abundance of zucchinis, I’ve got just the recipe for you – Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread. This recipe is a perfect way to use up those 3 medium zucchinis that always seem to appear in excess during the summer months. Plus, this bread freezes well, so you can enjoy it for weeks to come.
Adding zucchini to baked goods is not only a great way to utilize this versatile veggie but also adds moisture without the need for extra butter or oil. Zucchini works its magic in this recipe, giving the bread a delightful texture. However, a touch of oil and sugar is essential to ensure the bread is flavorful and not rubbery.
And of course, what’s a zucchini bread without chocolate chips? I’ve included my favorite artisan chocolate chips to take this treat to the next level of deliciousness.
While this zucchini bread with chocolate chips may lean more towards a dessert item, if you’re looking for lighter baked goods, be sure to check out my zucchini breakfast muffins and healthy banana blueberry oatmeal muffins.
To make grating zucchini a breeze, I highly recommend using a Cuisinart with a grater wheel. This handy kitchen tool saves time and effort, making the grating process quick and efficient.
When it comes to baking this delicious bread, be sure to use two loaf pans of size 8-1/2 x 4-1/2 x 2-1/2. However, feel free to use any pans you have on hand, keeping in mind that variations in size and material can affect baking times. Check out this guide to loaf pans to help you navigate the options.
Fill your loaf pans about 2/3 full to allow room for the bread to rise while baking and monitor the baking time carefully to achieve the perfect texture.
Have you tried making chocolate chip zucchini bread before? What are your favorite add-ins for zucchini bread?
Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread Recipe
Makes 2 loaves (8 1/2 x 4 1/2 size pans)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 cups all-purpose flour (or 2 cups all-purpose and 1 cup whole wheat flour)
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups grated fresh zucchini (about 3 zucchinis)
3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Heat the oven to 350 F. Spray 2 -8 1/2x 4 1/2 loaf pans with non-stick spray. Mix sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and oil in a large bowl until blended. Add flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt and mix until a firm ball of dough forms. Mix in the zucchini and chocolate chips. Fill the loaf pans 2/3 full and bake for 30-40 minutes until a toothpick can be inserted in the center comes out clean.
This bread can be frozen.
Nutrition Facts
This recipe makes 2 loaves of bread (24 slices) 1 slice =
170 calories,
7.1 g fat,
2.3 g saturated fat,
23.8 g carbohydrates,
10.6 g sugar,
2.8 g protein,
0.6 g fiber,
135 mg sodium,
7 Green, 7 Blue, 7 Purple WW SmartPts
Points values are calculated by Snack Girl and are provided for information only. See all Snack Girl Recipes
