Chocolate Zucchini Banana Bread

Indulge in the rich, moist decadence of Chocolate Zucchini Banana Bread—a guilt-free treat packed with wholesome ingredients and irresistible chocolate flavor. This unique recipe incorporates mashed bananas and finely grated zucchini, lending natural sweetness and a tender texture while sneaking in a serving of fruits and veggies. Unsweetened cocoa powder and a generous sprinkle of semi-sweet chocolate chips take this quick bread to dessert-level indulgence, while hints of cinnamon add a warm, aromatic twist. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert, this easy-to-make loaf comes together in under 15 minutes of prep and bakes to perfection in under an hour. Whether you're looking for a clever way to use ripe bananas or a healthier twist on classic chocolate bread, this recipe will quickly become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.75 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups Brown sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cups Bananas, mashed (about 2 medium bananas)
• 1 cups Zucchini, finely grated and patted dry
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 0.75 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan, then line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Step 3

In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, mashed bananas, grated zucchini, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil until fully combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the chocolate chips, reserving a small handful to sprinkle on top of the batter if desired.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips on top for decoration.

Step 7

Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 50–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

Step 8

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Step 9

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1342.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3668.5

Total Fat 168.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 2435.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 568.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 66.6g	0%
Total Sugars 290.3g
Protein 71.8g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 332.6mg	0%
Iron 35.6mg	0%
Potassium 3657.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.1%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 55.8%