Description
Mom’s Perfect Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread is a delightful fusion of healthy zucchini and rich chocolate, creating a moist and flavorful loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. This easy-to-make recipe is not only versatile but also a fantastic way to utilize excess zucchini from your garden. The sweet aroma wafting from your kitchen will entice everyone, making it a beloved addition to family meals. Serve it warm with butter, enjoy it plain, or pair it with ice cream for an indulgent treat. No matter how you slice it, this zucchini bread is sure to please!
Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease two loaf pans.
- In a large bowl, mix together eggs, oil, sugar, and grated zucchini until well combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Coat chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon of flour and fold them into the batter gently.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans.
- Optionally sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top before baking.
- Bake for about one hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in nuts or using whole wheat flour for a healthier twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.