How to Make Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread

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.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease and flour a loaf pan.

Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.

In a large bowl, mix together the grated zucchini, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil until well combined.

Stir in the vanilla extract.

In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

Fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts, if using.

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

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

Slice and serve, or store in an airtight container.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens