Best 12 Zucchini Chip Bread Recipes

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Zucchini chip bread is a unique and flavorful twist on a classic quick bread recipe. This moist and tender bread is made with grated zucchini, which adds a subtle sweetness and a touch of moisture. The addition of chocolate chips gives the bread a decadent touch, while the streusel topping adds a crunchy contrast. With its combination of flavors and textures, zucchini chip bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Whether you're looking for a sweet treat for breakfast, lunch, or dessert, this easy-to-make bread is the perfect choice.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE CHIP ZUCCHINI BREAD



Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread image

Moist zucchini bread gets a simple makeover with chocolate chips.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
One 8-ounce zucchini (about 1 large), grated (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note)
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Canola nonstick cooking spray, for greasing the pan

Steps:

  • Adjust rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Whisk together the butter, oil, vanilla and eggs in a medium bowl. Fold in the zucchini.
  • Whisk together the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl. Gently stir the zucchini mixture in to the flour mixture until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips. Coat an 8 1/2-inch-by-4 1/2-inch loaf pan with cooking spray then spoon the batter into the pan, smoothing out the top with the back of a spoon.
  • Bake, rotating about halfway through, until puffed and golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 1 hour to 1 hour 20 minutes.
  • Cool completely in the pan on a cooling rack.

CHOCOLATE CHIP ZUCCHINI BREAD



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Received from a friend many years ago and love it!

Provided by colagal

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Zucchini Bread Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
2 cups white sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 cups grated zucchini
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon baking powder
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Grease and flour two 4x8-inch loaf pans.
  • Beat eggs in a large bowl until light and foamy; mix in vegetable oil, sugar, vanilla extract, and zucchini until thoroughly combined.
  • Whisk flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking soda, and baking powder together in a separate bowl.
  • Stir the flour mixture into the zucchini mixture.
  • Mix in chopped walnuts and chocolate chips.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaves comes out clean, about 1 hour.
  • Let cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing to finish cooling on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.5 calories, Carbohydrate 48.2 g, Cholesterol 34.9 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 248.5 mg, Sugar 28.6 g

CHOCOLATE CHIP ORANGE ZUCCHINI BREAD



Chocolate Chip Orange Zucchini Bread image

Quick easy recipe that will impress both family and friends. So easy, yet tastes like you spent hours baking!

Provided by Jules Paulus

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 eggs
2 cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups grated zucchini
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon orange zest
3 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Sift together flour, baking powder, soda, salt, and spices.
  • In a large bowl, beat eggs until light and fluffy. Add sugar, and continue beating until well blended. Stir in oil, vanilla, zucchini, nuts, chocolate chips, and orange rind. Blend in sifted ingredients. Turn batter into two greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pans.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 50 minutes, or until bread tests done. Remove loaves from pans, and cool. Chill before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.3 calories, Carbohydrate 34.3 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 165.4 mg, Sugar 20.9 g

CHOCOLATE CHIP ZUCCHINI BREAD



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Every summer my mother and I try to bake as many loaves of this chocolate chip zucchini bread as possible. It's hard-my five children eat them as soon as they're cool enough. -Beth Sine, Faulkner, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 loaves (12 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3 large eggs
1 cup canola oil
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups shredded zucchini
1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and baking powder. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, oil and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the remaining ingredients., Transfer to two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

KELLY'S CHOCOLATE CHIP AND PECAN ZUCCHINI BREAD



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Make and share this Kelly's Chocolate Chip and Pecan Zucchini Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Wildflour

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup sugar
1 cup dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups zucchini, peeled, grated
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup chopped pecans
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or 2 cups milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In large bowl, beat eggs til foamy.
  • Beat in next 4 ingredients.
  • Beat in zucchini.
  • In another bowl, combine dry ingredients, add to wet mixture.
  • Mix well.(*Except nuts and chips.)
  • Then stir in nuts and chips.
  • Bake in 325º oven for 60-75 minutes in 2 greased and floured bread loaf pans.
  • Let cool 5 minutes, loosen sides with knife, turn out onto wire rack to cool. Wrap tightly, store in fridge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3787.5, Fat 208.2, SaturatedFat 50.2, Cholesterol 279, Sodium 2008.7, Carbohydrate 474.4, Fiber 23.6, Sugar 304.9, Protein 42.7

DARK CHOCOLATE CHIP ZUCCHINI BREAD



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A colleague brought this in one day for someone's birthday. I grow zucchini in my garden so I had a lot of opportunities to experiment with the recipe. My mother-in-law loves it, and not just because it's pretty good for you! -Sally Newton, Smethport, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 loaves (12 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
2 cups sugar
3 tablespoons baking cocoa
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 large eggs
2 large egg whites
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups shredded zucchini
2/3 cup dark chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Coat two 8x4-in. loaf pans with cooking spray; dust with flour, tapping out extra., In a large bowl, whisk the first eight ingredients. In another bowl, whisk eggs, egg whites, buttermilk, oil and vanilla until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Fold in zucchini, chocolate chips and walnuts. , Transfer to prepared pans. Bake 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Loosen sides from pans with a knife. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 183mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ZUCCHINI CHIP BREAD



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In Logan, Utah, Edie DeSpain bakes mild orange-flavored loaves that are chock-full of chocolate chips, nuts and spices. "This bread is easy to stir up, yet it tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen," she assures.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
3 large eggs
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup canola oil
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups shredded zucchini
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon and baking powder. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, applesauce, oil, orange zest and vanilla. Stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the zucchini, nuts and chocolate chips. Transfer to two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. , Bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 123mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHOCOLATE CHIP ZUCCHINI BREAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: water, honey, eggs, plain greek yogurt, vanilla extract, zucchini, whole wheat flour, baking soda, ground nutmeg, salt, dark chocolate chip, flax seed

Provided by Mel Boyajian

Categories     Bakery Goods

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup water, warm
⅓ cup honey
5 eggs
1 cup plain greek yogurt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups zucchini
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup dark chocolate chip
¼ cup flax seed, optional

Steps:

  • Cut the ends off of zucchini and grate it on the large side of a box grater. Set aside 2 cups.
  • Preheat the oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
  • Whisk together warm water and honey.
  • Add eggs, yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract. Whisk.
  • Add zucchini and whisk to combine.
  • Add flour, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt. Mix to combine.
  • Fold chocolate chips into the batter.
  • Pour the batter into a greased 9×5-inch (23x12cm) bread pan.
  • Top with flax seeds, as desired.
  • Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the middle of the bread.
  • Allow to cool for 15 minutes before serving!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 25 grams

COCONUT CHIP ZUCCHINI BREAD



Coconut Chip Zucchini Bread image

This is a different, not-too-sweet zucchini bread that I like because it doesn't have that "oiliness" I associate with most. Oh, and I just happen to love coconut, too! It has a nice fine texture and also happens to be loaded with chocolate chips. This recipe makes 2 loaves.

Provided by EdsGirlAngie

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 cups sugar
3 1/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon vanilla
1 cup chocolate chips (Ghirardelli's Double Chocolate Chips are good)
1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
2 cups raw shredded zucchini

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a medium-sized bowl, combine oil, eggs and sugar.
  • Add 1 cup of the flour, salt, baking soda and baking powder, mixing well.
  • Stir in shredded zucchini and the remaining 2-1/4 cups flour; beat well.
  • Add vanilla, chocolate chips and coconut; stir to blend.
  • Divide batter between two greased loaf pans and bake at 350 degrees F for 1 hour.
  • Cool slightly, then remove from pans and place on baking racks to completely cool.

VEGAN CHOCOLATE CHIP ZUCCHINI BREAD



Vegan Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread image

This is a healthier and vegan version of Recipe #48013. This is so moist, delicious, and good for you.

Provided by WeazelChef

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 tablespoons ground flax seeds
1 cup water
2 tablespoons water
1 cup honey (this ingredient is NOT vegan)
2 cups coconut oil (refined)
4 -5 cups shredded zucchini (4 large zucchini)
6 cups buckwheat flour
3 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons sea salt
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon vanilla
1 (12 ounce) package miniature semisweet vegan chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Mix flax seed and water in a bowl. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes.
  • Add honey and oil to flax seed/water mixture. Beat well.
  • Add zucchini FIRST and remaining ingredients, mixing well.
  • Bake in 4 well-greased loaf pans for one hour.
  • Freezes well.

BETTER CHOCOLATE CHIP ZUCCHINI BREAD



Better Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread image

Traditional zucchini bread using some healthy alternatives but still moist and delicious. If loaves get too dark when cooking, cover the loaf pans with aluminum foil.

Provided by Emma

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Zucchini Bread Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup ground flax seed
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup white sugar
½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup applesauce
½ cup brown sugar
3 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 cups grated zucchini, or more to taste
½ cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease two 8x4-inch loaf pans.
  • Whisk flour, flax, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Beat white sugar, vegetable oil, applesauce, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract together in another bowl. Stir flour mixture into egg mixture until batter is well-mixed. Fold zucchini and chocolate chips into batter; pour batter into prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted into the center of a loaf comes out clean, about 60 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing loaves from pans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.1 calories, Carbohydrate 43.8 g, Cholesterol 34.9 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 274.2 mg, Sugar 23.6 g

SKILLET ZUCCHINI BREAD WITH CHOCOLATE CHIP STREUSEL



Skillet Zucchini Bread with Chocolate Chip Streusel image

Bake up a chocolate-studded zucchini bread-perfect to use up extra zucchini from the garden.

Provided by By Cindy Rahe

Categories     Breakfast

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini
3/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons miniature semisweet chocolate chips
3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray 9- to 10-inch cast-iron skillet with cooking spray.
  • In medium bowl, mix zucchini, 3/4 cup sugar, the oil, vanilla and eggs.
  • In large bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups flour, the baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and 1 cup miniature chocolate chips. Fold zucchini mixture into flour mixture until just combined. Scrape mixture into skillet.
  • In small bowl, mix Streusel ingredients, cutting in butter to create coarse crumbs. Sprinkle over top of zucchini batter in skillet.
  • Bake about 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from oven, and cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Tips:

  • Choose the right zucchini. Look for small to medium-sized zucchini that are firm and free of blemishes. Avoid zucchini that are too large, as they may be tough and watery.
  • Grate the zucchini finely. This will help it distribute evenly throughout the bread and prevent it from clumping together.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense bread. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the bread at the right temperature. The ideal temperature for baking zucchini chip bread is 350 degrees Fahrenheit. This will help ensure that the bread cooks evenly throughout without overbrowning.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing. This will help prevent it from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Zucchini chip bread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture, sweet flavor, and crunchy zucchini chips, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you have some extra zucchini on hand, be sure to give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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