Chocolate Zucchini Bread Recipe | Happy Healthy Eating

This maple sugar Chocolate Zucchini Bread It’s the perfect breakfast dessert recipe. Each bite of fudge goodness is packed with shredded zucchini and chocolate. It comes together quickly and is easy to meal prep!

Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Zucchini Bread Recipe

If you're looking for freshly baked homemade chocolate zucchini bread, this recipe will sweeten your morning.

• Great for freezing. This sweet zucchini bread is perfect for lazy mornings because you can pull it out of the refrigerator.
• Better than your local bakery. The batter has zucchini in it and you can add all your favorite add-ins like shredded coconut or cranberries.
• chocolate flavor. In this recipe, you get twice the chocolate flavor with cocoa powder and chocolate chips.
• healthy. It's made with whole wheat flour and is naturally sweet, so you can actually eat this bread for breakfast.

what do you need

Smoked maple syrup and applesauce are natural sweeteners, so you don't need to add granulated sugar. Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact ingredient quantities.

• white whole wheat flour – You can also use regular whole wheat flour.
• cocoa powder – Make sure it has no added sugar.
• baking powder – If there are clumps, pass through a sieve.
• baking soda – Don't replace it with baking powder as it will make the bread taste a bit metallic.
• Salt – I prefer kosher salt.
• cinnamon powder – If you don't like its warm spice, leave it out.
• nutmeg powder – You can skip it, but don't swap it for cinnamon.
• Maple sugar – If you have agave nectar or raw honey on hand, go for it.
• applesauce – I prefer unsweetened applesauce. Make your own by mixing 1/2 Royal Gala apple (peeled) with 1/4 cup water.
• coconut oil – You can also use vegetable, corn, or canola oil.
• Egg – Liquid eggs are a great swap.
• Vanilla extract – Almond extract also works.
• zucchini – Feel free to use zoodles.
• dark chocolate chips – You can also use milk or bittersweet chocolate chips.

How to Make Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread

It's as easy as making boxed brownies, but with fresh zucchini. Scroll to the bottom of the post for more detailed instructions.

• Prepare the oven. Preheat to 350 degrees F and coat a loaf pan with cooking spray. Set it aside.
• Mix dry ingredients. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl.
• Mix wet ingredients. Stir maple syrup, applesauce, coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth. Don't add too much air to the mixture.
• Combine them. Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined. Stir in zucchini and chocolate chips.
• filling. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan. Tap it on the counter 2-3 times to make sure it's evenly distributed.
• Bake it. Place in the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 10-15 minutes. Remove it from the pot. Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Tips for success

You can make chocolate zucchini bread muffins and even add chewy cranberries to this easy recipe.

• Add dried fruits. Mix 1/4-1/2 cup dried cranberries, shredded coconut, or raisins into the batter for more texture and natural sweetness.
• Cover it. If the bread starts to brown or burn on top and edges before 40 minutes, cover it with aluminum foil and continue baking as normal.
• Stay in the middle. Do not bake on the lowest or highest oven rack. Baking on the lowest rack will burn the bottom of the loaf, while baking on the top rack will undercook the loaf. The middle rack is heated more evenly, so it won't affect the baking time.
• Choose the right pan. Use a nonstick or ceramic loaf pan over a glass loaf pan. It also needs to be 8×4 inches because if it is larger the batter will spread more and affect the baking time.
• Add crunch. Stir 1/4-1/2 cup chopped pecans, almonds, or walnuts into the batter for a little nutty flavor.
• Make muffins. Line a muffin tray with cupcake liners and pour in batter until 3/4 of the way full. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Food recommendations

This tender chocolate zucchini bread with dark chocolate chips is the perfect sweet breakfast. Serve with a glass of milk, a cup of tea or your favorite coffee. i love it and mine Iced milk tea latte, Coconut Milk Thai Iced Coffeeor Sweet Cream Iced Coffee. If you like smoothies, try mine Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie.

How to Store Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Make sure the bread is 100% cool before storing to prevent spoilage.

• counter: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Keep it away from direct heat and sunlight. This method is not recommended if you live in an area with high humidity.
• refrigerator: Store whole or sliced ​​in an airtight container for up to 7 days. Leave it on the counter for 5-10 minutes before placing it in to allow it to come to room temperature.
• refrigerator: Wrap it in plastic wrap and transfer it to a freezer bag. It can be whole or sliced. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight or on the counter for 15-20 minutes.

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