This one-bowl oatmeal zucchini bread brings together oat flour (no flour), maple syrup (no sugar), for super-moist, plush, just-sweet-enough bake made without a mixer!

Slices of zucchini bread with chocolate chips on a wooden board.

5 star review

“This bread is insanely good!! I ground up oatmeal in my coffee grinder for the flour. Best GF bread I have made in a year!! Incredibly moist. Just so good!”

– Leigh

The Perfect Oat Flour Zucchini Bread

In creating this oat flour zucchini bread I wanted a snack loaf that could pass for cake in the best way, but without the sugar crash. It’s tender from the applesauce, lightly sweet from the maple syrup, and dotted with just enough chocolate chips to keep things interesting. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with pantry-friendly ingredients and oat flour, so it’s naturally gluten-free as long as you use gluten-free oats. The applesauce adds moisture, which means no need for yogurt or dairy, and the chocolate chips make it feel special without requiring any frosting. And, if you like this vibe, you might also love my pumpkin oat bread, too!

A sliced loaf of zucchini bread with chocolate chips and shredded zucchini.

Tips for Baking Delicious Quick Bread

  • I like using dark chocolate chips here, but semi-sweet or mini chips also work great if that’s what you have. Of course, using chocolate chips will add a bit of refined sugar, so the choice is yours.
  • I found that letting the loaf cool fully before slicing really helped the texture set. I know it’s hard, but it’s worth the wait!
Image of One-Bowl Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
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Moist Oatmeal Zucchini Bread (No Flour!)

This one-bowl oatmeal zucchini bread brings together oat flour (no flour), maple syrup (no sugar) for a plush, super-moist, just-sweet-enough bake with no mixer required!

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup melted refined coconut oil (or other neutral oil such as canola or avocado)
  • 2 large eggs
  • cup unsweetened applesauce
  • cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cup oat flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup loosely packed grated zucchini (from about 1 small zucchini)
  • ½ cup chocolate chips (plus more for topping)

Equipment

Instructions 

  • Prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease or line a 9×5 loaf pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the coconut oil, eggs, applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Add the oat flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir gently until just incorporated. Add the zucchini and stir again until just combined. Add in the chocolate chips and stir to combine.
  • Bake the Bread: Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the edges begin to pull away from the sides and a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool & Slice: Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then cool the rest of the way on a cooling rack prior to slicing.

Notes

  • Oat Flour: Make your own oat flour for this recipe by placing 1 ½ cups whole rolled oats in a blender and blending until a coarse flour forms. You can also purchase pre-made oat flour at many grocery stores and natural food markets or online.
  • Gluten Free: If you are gluten-free be sure to buy oats that are specifically labeled gluten-free.
  • Dairy Free: Most chocolate chips include dairy. Be sure to use dairy-free if that’s important to you. I like Enjoy Life brand.

Nutrition Information:

Serving: 1 (of 8), Calories: 271kcal, Carbohydrates: 33g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 13g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Trans Fat: 0.03g, Cholesterol: 41mg, Sodium: 164mg, Potassium: 210mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 16g, Vitamin A: 93IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 44mg, Iron: 1mg
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