Zucchini Bread Recipes with Chocolate Chips – Moist, Sweet & Irresistible

If you think zucchini is only for savory dishes, you’re in for a delicious surprise. When you mix shredded zucchini with warm spices, a touch of sweetness, and rich chocolate chips, you get the perfect loaf—moist, tender, and full of flavor.

In this post, you’ll find three mouthwatering chocolate chip zucchini bread recipes:

1. Classic Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread
   
2. Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread
   
3. Healthy Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread
   

Plus, I’ll share tips on how to keep your bread moist, store it, and make fun variations.

Why Add Zucchini to Bread?

• Moisture Magic – Zucchini keeps bread soft without making it heavy.
  
• Nutrient Boost – Adds fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
  
• Neutral Flavor – It blends seamlessly into sweet recipes.
  
• Bakes Beautifully – Creates a tender crumb with great texture.
  

1. Classic Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread

Servings: 10–12 slices
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Bake Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
  
• 1 tsp baking soda
  
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
  
• 1 tsp cinnamon
  
• 1/2 tsp salt
  
• 1/2 cup sugar
  
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
  
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
  
• 2 large eggs
  
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
  
• 2 cups grated zucchini (skin on, not squeezed dry)
  
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
   
2. In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
   
3. In another bowl, beat sugars, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
   
4. Fold in grated zucchini.
   
5. Add dry ingredients to wet, stirring gently until just combined.
   
6. Stir in chocolate chips.
   
7. Pour batter into the loaf pan, smooth the top.
   
8. Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
   
9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
   

Pro Tip: Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top before baking for a bakery-style finish.

2. Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread

For serious chocolate lovers, this version uses cocoa powder and chocolate chips.

Servings: 10–12 slices
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Bake Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  
• 1 tsp baking soda
  
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
  
• 1/2 tsp salt
  
• 1/2 cup sugar
  
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
  
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  
• 2 large eggs
  
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
  
• 2 cups grated zucchini (lightly squeezed)
  
• 1 cup chocolate chips
  

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a loaf pan.
   
2. Whisk flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
   
3. In another bowl, beat sugars, oil, eggs, and vanilla.
   
4. Fold in zucchini.
   
5. Add dry mixture to wet, stir until just combined.
   
6. Fold in chocolate chips.
   
7. Pour into pan, bake for 50–55 minutes.
   

Pro Tip: Add a pinch of espresso powder to intensify the chocolate flavor.

3. Healthy Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread

A wholesome version that still tastes indulgent.

Servings: 10–12 slices
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Bake Time: 50–55 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
  
• 1 tsp baking soda
  
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
  
• 1/2 tsp salt
  
• 1 tsp cinnamon
  
• 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
  
• 1/3 cup olive oil
  
• 2 eggs
  
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
  
• 2 cups grated zucchini
  
• 3/4 cup dark chocolate chips
  

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a loaf pan.
   
2. Mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
   
3. In another bowl, whisk honey, oil, eggs, and vanilla.
   
4. Fold in zucchini.
   
5. Add dry ingredients to wet, mix gently.
   
6. Stir in chocolate chips.
   
7. Bake 50–55 minutes, checking with a toothpick.
   

Healthy Tip: Using dark chocolate chips and whole wheat flour increases antioxidants and fiber.

Tips for Perfect Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread

• Don’t Overmix – Too much stirring makes bread dense.
  
• Check Early – Oven times vary, so check at 45 minutes.
  
• Squeeze Zucchini for Richer Breads – Especially in chocolate-heavy recipes.
  
• Line with Parchment – Makes removing the loaf much easier.
  

Storage & Freezing

• Room Temperature: Wrap in foil or plastic, lasts 2–3 days.
  
• Refrigerator: Store up to 1 week.
  
• Freezer: Wrap slices individually and freeze for up to 3 months.
  

Fun Variations

• Nutty Twist: Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
  
• Spiced Chocolate: Add 1/4 tsp nutmeg or cardamom.
  
• Berry Boost: Stir in 1/2 cup raspberries for a fruity contrast.
  

Final Thoughts

Chocolate chip zucchini bread is the best of both worlds: rich and chocolatey, yet light and moist thanks to the zucchini. Whether you stick to the classic, go double chocolate, or opt for a healthier whole wheat version, you’ll end up with a loaf that disappears fast.