Shredded zucchini and carrots add moisture and sweetness to this healthy and delicious cocoa-rich bread.
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.
This recipe makes two loaves so I always save one to eat throughout the week and freeze the second. To freeze, simply slice the loaf into 12 slices then wrap individually in plastic wrap. Place wrapped slices in one large resealable plastic bag and lay flat to store in the freezer. To reheat, microwave for 45-60 seconds.
Want more ideas? Check out these other delicious baked goods made with plain yogurt:
Pumpkin Spice Baked Donuts from The Lemon Bowl
Blueberry Oatmeal Bread from The Lemon Bowl
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Chocolate Zucchini Carrot Bread
Ingredients
- 2 cups white whole wheat flour
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup toasted wheat germ
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 ½ cups grated zucchini
- ½ cup grated carrot
- 3 eggs large
- ⅔ cup plain yogurt low fat
- ⅓ cup canola oil
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- ½ 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.
Natalie
Lovely bread full of veggies, I love it!
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you so much – I hope you enjoy it!
claire @ the realistic nutritionist
Oh this is gorgeous!
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you my dear! xo
Caroline @ chocolate & carrots
What a great idea to freeze it for a later date! Looks delicious Liz!
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you!! I bet your little man would love it as much as mine does!
Jamie
Looks delicious! I have some shredded zucchini in the freezer that I forgot about. Perfect for some bread. Thanks for the link love!
Liz DellaCroce
My pleasure!! So smart to keep shredded zucchini in the freezer!!
EA-The Spicy RD
This looks delicious! I’ve got some Chobani yogurt I’ve been meaning to experiment with in baking. I’m thinking cinnamon apple scones! Thanks for the inspiration :-)
Liz DellaCroce
Ooo those sound good too!!!! :)
mary davis
this sweet bread is delicious!
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you Mommy!! :)
MH
Then why only 3 stars?
Liz DellaCroce
Hi Megan – I don’t know why but I will tell you I literally made this again last week and it was delicious. Husband and toddler gobbled it up too. Give it a try! It makes two loaves so we ate one throughout the week and I froze the second. :)
MH
Liz, I will definitely try it. :)
kirsten@farmfreshfeasts
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!
Liz DellaCroce
Good call with the muffins!!!
Sheila
This looks really amazing. Chocolate and it’s packed full of healthy stuff too! Bonus!
Liz DellaCroce
It’s my excuse to eat chocolate. ;-)
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel
Such a smart idea to slice and freeze the second loaf!
Liz DellaCroce
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. :-)
Marnely Rodriguez Murray
Love how moist and delicious it looks!
Michael
This looks super healthy – and I love that you include nutrition facts on your recipes!
Alaina @ Fabtastic Eats
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! :)