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Whole Wheat Zucchini Bread with Chocolate Chips

August 8, 2016 By Aileen 13 Comments This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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A collage photo of two loaves of whole wheat zucchini bread surrounded in chocolate chips.

Experience something different with this recipe for whole wheat zucchini bread. The white whole wheat flour adds an extra layer of flavor while the chocolate chips add the perfect amount of sweetness. This recipe is on our list of best zucchini recipes.

A collage photo of two loaves of whole wheat zucchini bread surrounded in chocolate chips.

We are right in the middle of harvesting season and I know a lot of you have loads of zucchini! We have raised garden beds (sneak a peek at our garden in this post) and have been harvesting tomatoes, green beans, watermelon, and pumpkins. I would love to say I am up to my ears in zucchini, but mine isn’t doing so hot this year.

Whole Wheat Zucchini Bread

I still wanted to experiment with zucchini recipes, so I bought a bunch from Trader Joe’s so I could share some yummy recipes with you. We love cooking and experimenting with zucchini around here. We have shared Parmesan Zucchini Rounds, Zucchini Fritters, Cheesy Cornbread Zucchini Muffins, parmesan zucchini fries, and Instant Pot Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread.

Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread. Healthy. Vegetarian. Kid-friendly. https://aileencooks.com

Making a healthier zucchini bread recipe

My top priority was coming up with a healthier version of chocolate chip zucchini bread that still tastes good. This whole wheat chocolate chip zucchini bread is made with 1/2 white whole wheat flour (I like the Trader Joe’s brand & King Arthur Brand) and 1/2 of the oil switched out with applesauce.

Whole wheat zucchini bread on a wooden cutting board cut into slices.

Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread with Applesauce

You’re left with a moist and flavorful bread filled with veggies and chocolate chips. What I love most about this whole wheat chocolate chip zucchini bread is the batter is FULL of zucchini, but the zucchini melts into the batter as it’s baking, so it doesn’t feel like you’re eating a mouth full of vegetables.

A loaf of whole wheat zucchini bread next to a bowl of shredded zucchini and chocolate chips scattered on the surface.

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Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread. Healthy. Vegetarian. Kid-friendly. https://aileencooks.com
Yield: 12 people

Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Experience something different with this recipe for whole wheat zucchini bread. The white whole wheat flour adds an extra layer of flavor while the chocolate chips add the perfect amount of sweetness.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour
  • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup applesauce
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla
  • 2 cups shredded zucchini - do not drain
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Grease and flour 2 loaf pans and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, white whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, applesauce, vegetable oil, and vanilla.
  4. Make a well in the flour mixture and pour in the egg mixture. Mix well.
  5. Fold in the zucchini and chocolate chips.
  6. Evenly distribute batter between the two loaf pans and bake 60-70 minutes. The bread is ready when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Notes

This recipe makes two loaves of whole wheat zucchini bread. To freeze: Allow to fully cool. Wrap tightly in 2-3 layers of foil and freeze up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information

Yield

12

Serving Size

1 slice (1/6 loaf)

Amount Per Serving Calories 421Total Fat 15gSaturated Fat 4gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 11gCholesterol 47mgSodium 343mgCarbohydrates 69gNet Carbohydrates 0gFiber 3gSugar 44gSugar Alcohols 0gProtein 6g

Nutrition information is an estimate.

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Cuisine: American

We love baking whole wheat zucchini bread during the hot summer months and hope you will enjoy it, too!

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Filed Under: Bread Recipes, Quick Bread Recipes, Recipes, Vegetable Recipes, Zucchini Recipes Tagged With: brunch, easy breakfasts, quick bread, zucchini

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  1. Chrissa - Physical Kitchness

    August 8, 2016 at 8:34 am

    Oh zucchini ANYTHING in baked goods has the key to my heart. Always so moist and delicious. This recipe looks like no exception! Perfect addition = those chocolate chips. Love love love. This is going to be devoured in 2 seconds flat. Yep the whole loaf.

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  2. Joanna

    August 8, 2016 at 10:29 am

    Ohhh yum! Zucchini bread is one of my favorite treats, and it is great that this is whole wheat as well.

    Reply
  3. thesocialbeing721

    August 8, 2016 at 10:31 am

    Need to try this one! I’ve tested out whole wheat baked goods before and wasn’t a fan, but this could be different! 🙂

    Reply
  4. Leah

    August 8, 2016 at 12:52 pm

    Yes, please! I adore zucchini bread, and the chocolate in it makes it perfect! Always a great way to use up zucchini!

    Reply
  5. Diana Johnson

    August 8, 2016 at 1:05 pm

    Zucchini bread is so wonderful! This sounds like a delicious recipe.

    Reply
  6. Kim

    August 8, 2016 at 1:17 pm

    I LOVE zucchini bread and when you add chocolate chips…YES please…looks so yummy

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  7. Bella

    August 8, 2016 at 3:23 pm

    I love zucchini bread its by far my favourite!! Whole wheat makes it so much better! thanks for sharing. Cant wait to try it

    http://xoxobella.com

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  8. Katherine Turro

    August 8, 2016 at 5:11 pm

    Zucchini bread is SO good yet so underrated! Love that you used chocolate chips! This looks amazing.

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  9. Dr. Daisy

    August 9, 2016 at 7:10 am

    Oh my word! This looks so yummy!! I have to add this recipe to my list of zucchini favorites..I will also have to veganize it too…lol…thanks for sharing 🙂

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  10. Adaleta Avdic

    August 10, 2016 at 10:38 am

    This looks….AMAZING! I want some zucchini bread right about now! xx Adaleta Avdic

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  11. Ashleigh

    August 10, 2016 at 3:12 pm

    This recipe looks wonderful, I know I will love it! Thank you for sharing such a great dish! Zucchini is my fav!

    Reply
  12. Debi Wheatley

    October 2, 2016 at 11:39 am

    Have you tried using 1 cup of applesauce and leaving out the oil?

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    • Aileen

      October 2, 2016 at 1:53 pm

      Hi Debi! I have not personally tried it, but have heard of others using all applesauce with good results.

      Reply

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