Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread (Printable)
Tender zucchini loaf featuring moist crumb and melty chocolate chips throughout.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil
08 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Add-ins
11 - 1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini, unpeeled
12 - 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
# How-To:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper for easy removal.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until well blended.
03 - In a large bowl, beat the eggs, then add the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth and thoroughly combined.
04 - Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix to maintain a tender crumb.
05 - Fold in the shredded zucchini and chocolate chips with a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
06 - Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula for even baking.
07 - Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs. Avoid testing areas with melted chocolate.
08 - Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The zucchini practically disappears into the batter making this perfect for sneaking vegetables into picky eaters breakfast
- That crackly sugar topped crust paired with warm melty chocolate chips creates the most comforting texture contrast
02 -
- Never squeeze the moisture from your shredded zucchini or the bread will turn out dry and dense
- When testing for doneness, avoid areas with chocolate chips or you will get a false reading
03 -
- Grate your zucchini on the larger holes for better texture throughout the bread
- Room temperature ingredients blend more easily and create a more uniform crumb