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Shredded zucchini and carrots add moisture and sweetness to this healthy and delicious cocoa-rich bread.

Chocolate Zucchini Carrot Bread - The Lemon Bowl

Between my busy work/travel schedule and the long snowy days spent indoors, I have been cooking and baking up a storm over the weekends to get a head start on the week ahead. A freezer stocked with Chocolate Zucchini Carrot Bread gives me the warm and fuzzies all over. I love knowing I’m just 60 seconds away from a wholesome and delicious snack that is kid-friendly and adult approved!

When it comes to healthier baked goods, plain yogurt is my secret weapon to add moisture, protein and calcium. Shredded zucchini and carrots not only add a bit of sweetness but also add texture, vitamins and fiber. For a little crunch, I add toasted wheat germ which fills the bread with minerals and nutrients.

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Chocolate Zucchini Carrot Bread - The Lemon Bowl

Chocolate Zucchini Carrot Bread

Shredded zucchini and carrots add moisture and sweetness to this healthy and delicious cocoa-rich bread.
4.17 from 6 votes
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Course: Baked Goods, Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: zucchini
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 24
Calories: 117kcal
Author: Liz DellaCroce

Ingredients

  • 2 cups white whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup toasted wheat germ
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini
  • 1/2 cup grated carrot
  • 3 eggs large
  • 2/3 cup plain yogurt low fat
  • 1/3 cup canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees and spray two 8 inch bread pans with non-stick spray.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients (flour through baking powder).
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together wet ingredients (zucchini through vanilla).
  • Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir with rubber spatula until combined. Gently stir in chocolate chips then pour mixture evenly between both bread pans.
  • Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before slicing with a serrated knife.

Notes

Freezer friendly! Simply wrap individual slices in plastic-wrap and freeze in one large resealable plastic bag. To reheat simply microwave for 45-60 seconds.
Nutrition Facts
Chocolate Zucchini Carrot Bread
Amount Per Serving
Calories 117 Calories from Fat 52
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.8g 9%
Saturated Fat 1.3g 7%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 23mg 8%
Sodium 169mg 7%
Total Carbohydrates 12.9g 4%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g 9%
Sugars 3.8g
Protein 3.8g 8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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  1. I made this yesterday and it is so good. At first, my family was a little hesitate even though they licked the batter clean. I did substitute canola oil for coconut oil. Like someone else said canola oil is so bad for you. I took a picture but noticed we cannot attach pics with review :( It came out super moist and I am planning on freezing the second loaf. Now my pans are 9.25in but I was still able to make two work in my pans, however, I am sure one pan would of been fine.
    p.s. I just have to say I am so happy I came across you and have printed out several other recipes of yours. I love that you include a story behind your recipes, the nutritional facts and how healthy you are living. You seem to love being in kitchen as do I.

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    • Hi Sarah! Thank you so much for your sweet note. I’m so thrilled you loved this bread – isn’t it so good?? Let me know if you try any of my other recipes!!! xoxo PS: Do you subscribe to my newsletter? It’s the best way to get all my newest recipes delivered right to your inbox. https://bit.ly/2vXyauu

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  4. Made this recipe and thought it was delicious! I made slight alterations to it to fit our dietary restrictions and it was still very good. My husband ate four slices and my toddler ate two (before I had to hide the rest).

    White spelt in place of wheat flour, rice bran (or quinoa flakes) in place of wheat germ, 2/3 cup of coconut sugar, olive oil instead if canola, only 1/2 t of cinnamon and salt,

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    • Oh my goodness I love all of your alterations!! Ironically, I cooked spelt today! :) Have never used spelt flour but I want to try it. So glad you liked it! We have to hide from our toddler too. ;-)

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  6. I made this today and it turned out very well. I did change a couple of things. I reduced the sugar to 1/2 c and the oil to 1 T and used applesauce to make up the difference for both. I checked the loaves at 35 mins and they were completely done. Very delicious!

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  8. Hi Liz! I LOVE your blog – I use MyFoodDiary as well and saw a link to your blog a few months ago….have been following ever since :-) Quick question on this recipe – can you use low-fat, plain greek yogurt instead? Thanks!

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  9. I love baked goods with yogurt, too! Especially Greek yogurt. :)

    I tried zucchini… anything, for the first time last summer and was surprised that I actually liked it. But, I only liked it because I couldn’t taste it. Anyway, love your loaf! Looks great.

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  17. Liz,
    What a great idea to combine zucchini and carrot!
    I bet this recipe would be good as a muffin, as well.

    No slicing and wrapping necessary before freezing. (My kids fight over whose piece is larger but with muffins they just help themselves. Love muffins.)

    Thanks!

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    • It’s funny- the first time I made it I was nesting but it was so nice to have in the freezer I’ve kept up with it. :-)

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  22. I need these types of recipes! I love foods that I can make ahead of time, freeze, and just warm up in minutes! This sounds awesome..my son would love it, and I just so happen to have some zucchini that needs using! :)

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