This Chocolate Zucchini Bread with Chocolate Chips is the perfect way to use up all of those summer zucchini. Kid-friendly and perfect for breakfast or snack time.
Hi friends!
I’m not sure there’s a vegetable more synonymous with summer for me than zucchini. Every gardener I know has zucchini coming out their ears by the time August rolls around and since it’s so readily available I’m always looking for new ways to use it up!
Here are some of my favorite recipes:
- Lemon Blueberry Zucchini Bread
- Crescent Wrapped Beef Zucchini Meatballs
- Zucchini Carrot Apple Muffins
- Zucchini Oat Bars
You can find all my zucchini recipes here if you need more ideas.
Chocolate Zucchini Bread with Chocolate Chips
One thing that’s missing from my list of zucchini recipes is chocolate! I’ve had a few requests for a recipe that really disguises the zucchini and this is the perfect one.
The dark brown color acts as a great disguise but I also use my food processor to blend the zucchini into even smaller pieces so you can’t even tell that it’s there!
My youngest kiddo calls this brownie bread and he absolutely loves it.
Healthy Chocolate Zucchini Bread Ingredients
You just need a few simple ingredients to make this bread and you probably have most of them on hand already! Here’s what you need:
- Zucchini – shred it and squeeze lightly to remove excess moisture if there is any. You don’t have to squeeze it completely dry
- Eggs and oil – for structure and tenderness
- Sugar and applesauce – for sweetness
- Vanilla – for flavor
- Flour – I use white whole wheat flour but AP is also fine
- Baking soda and salt
- Cocoa powder – for that chocolate flavor!
- Hemp seeds – I add these to most of my baked goods for a nutrient boost but they’re optional
Chocolate Zucchini Bread Recipe
Here’s the recipe:
PrintChocolate Zucchini Bread
Print RecipeThis Chocolate Zucchini Bread with Chocolate Chips is the perfect way to use up all of those summer zucchini. Kid-friendly and perfect for breakfast or snack time.
- Yield: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded zucchini, squeeze lightly to remove excess moisture
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup oil (i use avocado oil)
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup applesauce
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1.25 cups flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (I mix in half and sprinkle half on top before baking)
- 1/4 cup hemp seeds, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a food processor, combine zucchin, eggs, oil, sugar, applesauce and vanilla and process well.
- Add flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt and hemp if using and blend again.
- Add chocolate chips and pulse to combine.
- Scoop into loaf pan lined with parchment paper and sprinkle with chocolate chips.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes until top is firm and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Notes
If you don’t have a food processor you can mix by hand, the zucchini just won’t blend in as well.
Chocolate Zucchini Bread FAQs
Is this double chocolate zucchini bread?
If you count the chocolate chips and the cocoa powder as separate sources then yes! This is double chocolate zucchini bread 
Can you make this gf chocolate zucchini bread?
Yes. Just replace the flour with your favorite 1 to 1 gluten-free flour blend. I like King Arthur’s Measure for Measure.
Is this vegan chocolate zucchini bread?
No, this recipe is not vegan. Try this 1-Bowl Chocolate Zucchini Bread recipe if you’re looking for a vegan option. It uses flax eggs.
What if I don’t have a food processor?
You can easily make this recipe without a food processor. Just stir everything by hand in a mixing bowl. You could also combine the zucchini and other wet ingredients in a blender and then transfer to a bowl and mix in the dry ingredients.
Can you freeze chocolate zucchini bread?
Yes! Let it cool completely before freezing in a Ziploc bag. You can slice before freezing to make it easier to enjoy just a piece or two at a time. When you’re ready to eat it, just thaw on the counter!
How can I make this banana chocolate zucchini bread?
Replace the applesauce in this recipe with one medium mashed banana. Or try this Marbled Chocolate Zucchini Banana Bread.
Can I make this recipe as chocolate zucchini muffins?
Yes! Just bake in muffin tins. Cooking time will be shorter. I would start checking around 18 minutes.
What are some other easy chocolate zucchini bread recipes?
Here are a few others to check out:
Enjoy!
–Lindsay–