This moist, rich zucchini bread includes peanut butter, chocolate, and zucchini for unexpected chocolate chip cookie vibes. Mix wet ingredients, fold in shredded zucchini and chocolate chips, then bake for a decadent snack or breakfast. Holds for 5 days at room temperature.
Recipe Overview
| Prep Time | 30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Cook Time | 60 minutes |
| Total Time | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Servings | 10 slices |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Cuisine | Am. Dessert |
Why This Recipe Works
Zucchini’s moisture mingles with peanut butter’s nuttiness and chocolate’s richness
Room-temperature eggs emulsify cleanly into oil-based batter
Aluminum foil cover prevents overbrowning while interior finishes baking
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 1 2/3 cups | Use gluten-free blend if needed |
| Baking powder | 1 tsp | Dual-action preferred |
| Vegetable oil | 1/3 cup | Or melted coconut oil |
| Peanut butter | 1/2 cup | Natural or processed |
| Brown sugar | 2/3 cup | Or coconut sugar |
| Chocolate chips | 1 cup | Mini chips distribute better |
| Shredded zucchini | 1 1/2 cups | Do not drain/excess moisture |
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Whisk dry ingredients in large bowl
- Combine wet ingredients in medium bowl using flexible spatula
- Blend wet into dry ingredients until just moistened
- Grease 9×5-inch loaf pan using nonstick spray
- Spoon batter into prepared pan using offset spatula
- Bake 55-60 minutes with foil covering at 350°F
- Insert toothpick at 2-inch depth to test doneness
- Chill 1 hour before slicing for cleaner cuts
Mix Batters
Prepare Pan
Final Steps
Chef Tips for Perfect Results
- Let batter rest 10 minutes before baking for better rise
- For crunchy topping, sprinkle coarse sugar on surface before baking
- Measure zucchini using volumetric method (avoid squeezing)
- Use 2% milk for richest flavor versus skim alternatives
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Overmixing batters creates dense texture (stop at lumps)
- Drying zucchini reduces moisture (always use wet shreds)
- Underbaking results in crumbly center (wait until fully risen)
- Overbrowning through under-covered foil (check 10-minute intervals)
Variations and Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitution | Impact on Flavor |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-grain flour | 100% maple glaze | Less airy crumb but denser texture |
| Butter | Coconut oil | Mild coconut flavor |
| White sugar | Brown sugar | Enhanced caramelization |
Serving Suggestions and Pairings
Pair warm slices with:
- Coffee/tea (hot/cold)
- Half pint of plain yogurt (as snack)
- Ice cream sundae (dessert use)
- Almond butter on side (proteinated breakfast)
Storage and Reheating
| Method | Duration | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Room temperature | 5 days | Stored in air-tight container |
| Refrigerated | 7 days | Wrap in parchment then plastic |
| Frozen | 3 months | Thaw at room temperature |
| Reheat | 30 seconds | Use toaster oven at 300°F |
Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Amount per Serving |
|---|---|
| Approximate values | |
| Calories | 240 |
| Protein | 6g |
| Fat | 12g |
| Carbohydrates | 28g |
| Fiber | 2g |
| Sugar | 12g |
| Sodium | 150mg |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I useвитаминized goat milk?
Room-temperature canned coconut milk works best, offering 20% less density than animal milk
How to fix underbaked center?
Return undeflated loaf to oven at 250°F until center grains are warm but not wet
Alternative to chocolate chips?
Mini semi-sweet peppermint candies add holiday flair without altering structure
Can I prepare batter ahead?
Chill mixed batter 2 hours before baking – cold emulsions expand steam pockets
What occasions suits this bread?
Ideal for breakfast meetings donation boxes or any casual coffee date
This zucchini bread marries peanut butters’ fat with chocolate chips’ crunch while zucchini keeps it moist. Perfect for breakfast with coffee or dessert with vanilla. Use this peanut butter guide to enhance flavor. Try with summer zucchini recipes. Store airtight for freshness and enjoy the signature chocolate-vinaigrette balance.
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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread
- Total Time: 90
- Yield: 10 slices 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Moist zucchini bread with peanut butter and chocolate chips, blending unexpected cookie-like flavors. Holds for 5 days at room temperature.
Ingredients
1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup peanut butter
2/3 cup brown sugar
1 cup chocolate chips
1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini (do not drain)
Instructions
Whisk dry ingredients in large bowl
Combine wet ingredients in medium bowl
Blend wet into dry ingredients until just moistened
Grease 9×5-inch loaf pan
Spoon batter into pan
Bake 55-60 minutes at 350°F with foil covering
Insert toothpick at 2-inch depth to test doneness
Chill 1 hour before slicing
Notes
Let batter rest 10 minutes for better rise
Sprinkle coarse sugar for crunchy topping
Measure zucchini without squeezing
Use 2% milk for richest flavor
Store at room temperature up to 5 days
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Bread recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
