Description

Moist and flavorful chocolate chip zucchini bread combines the natural sweetness and moisture of zucchini with gooey chocolate chips for a delightful treat that’s perfect year-round.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups grated zucchini, lightly squeezed

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

½ cup melted butter or oil

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

3. In a separate bowl, beat eggs with sugar, vanilla, and melted butter until smooth.

4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined; avoid overmixing.

5. Fold in grated zucchini and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

6. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top; sprinkle extra chocolate chips if desired.

7. Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with minimal crumbs.

8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 55 mins

Nutrition

Calories: 250
Sodium: 200
Fat: 12
Carbohydrates: 32
Protein: 4