Description

Mom’s Perfect Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread is a deliciously moist treat that harmoniously blends the earthy flavors of fresh zucchini with rich chocolate chips. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for using up an abundance of garden zucchini, and it can be enjoyed at any time of day—whether as a hearty breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a delightful dessert.

Ingredients

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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). 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 mixture to the wet ingredients and blend until just combined.
Coat the chocolate chips with a tablespoon of flour and fold them into the batter.
Divide the batter between the prepared loaf pans and optionally top with more chocolate chips.
Bake for about one hour or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
Calories: 230
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Use fresh zucchini for optimal moisture and flavor; avoid overly ripe zucchinis. For added texture, consider incorporating chopped nuts into the batter. Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing to maintain its shape.