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Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread

Cultural Context

Chocolate chip zucchini bread is a delightful American twist on traditional zucchini bread, which has roots in the Great Depression when home bakers sought to use up excess garden produce. This sweet, moist loaf combines the earthy flavor of zucchini with rich chocolate, making it a popular treat for breakfast or snacks. Today, variations abound, with some adding spices or nuts, but the classic chocolate chip version remains a family favorite.

AmericanUSdessert
75 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 1/2 cup finely grated zucchini (300g)
1/4 cup oil, or milk of choice for fat free
1 tbsp white or cider vinegar
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 cups flour
1 cup sugar
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
3/4 tsp salt
optional 1/2 cup chocolate chips

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: oat flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients while oat flour is often less expensive.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index and brown sugar is usually cheaper.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: chocolate chunks

Dark chocolate chips have less sugar and chocolate chunks can be more economical.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pecans are a good alternative for flavor, while sunflower seeds are often less expensive.

1

Preheat oven to 350 F.

2

Grease a 9x5 loaf pan.

3

In a large bowl, combine first four ingredients.

4

Whisk in remaining ingredients, then stir until just evenly mixed.

5

Spread into the pan.

6

Bake 50-55 minutes, or until loaf has risen and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

9x5 loaf pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegandairy-free

Allergens

milkeggstree-nutswheat

Also Known As

Zucchini Bread with Chocolate ChipsChocolate Zucchini Loaf

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