Low Fat Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Indulge in guilt-free decadence with this Low Fat Chocolate Zucchini Bread, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite! Perfectly moist and rich, this recipe seamlessly blends the natural sweetness of zucchini with the deep, chocolatey allure of unsweetened cocoa powder and just a hint of cinnamon spice. Made lighter with fat-free Greek yogurt and a butter substitute, this quick bread remains irresistibly soft and full of flavor. A handful of chocolate chips adds a touch of indulgence, while the reduced fat content makes it a healthier choice for breakfast, dessert, or an anytime snack. Ready in just over an hour, this easy recipe is sure to become a crowd-pleasing staple, offering a delicious way to sneak in some extra veggies while satisfying your chocolate cravings.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 cup grated zucchini
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup substitute for half cup of butter (like apple sauce or a butter substitute)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup fat-free Greek yogurt
• 1 unit large egg
• 0.5 cup chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan lightly with cooking spray and set it aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set the dry ingredients aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, granulated sugar, applesauce (or butter substitute), and vanilla extract. Mix well until they are uniformly combined.

Step 4

Add the Greek yogurt and the egg into the wet mixture. Stir everything together until smooth.

Step 5

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix to maintain a soft texture.

Step 6

Gently fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean with just a few crumbs.

Step 9

Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice the zucchini bread and serve it as a tasty low-fat treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1108.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2314.9

Total Fat 57.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 194.2mg	0%
Sodium 2234.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 462.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.7g	0%
Total Sugars 237.0g
Protein 70.3g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 444.1mg	0%
Iron 32.8mg	0%
Potassium 3427.7mg	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: 19.6%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 69.8%