Description
A moist and flavorful Zucchini Chocolate Chip Bread that combines the tenderness of zucchini with the allure of chocolate chips, creating a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Chopped nuts (optional)
- Spices (optional)
- Dried fruits (optional)
- Powdered sugar (for garnishing)
- Cream cheese frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Wash and grate the zucchini; squeeze out excess moisture.
- Whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined.
- Add in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the zucchini and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
- Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For variations, you can add spices like cinnamon or switch to milk or dark chocolate chips. This bread also freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg