Dark Chocolate Butternut Squash Bread Recipe

Name: Dark Chocolate Butternut Squash Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: cooking spray; 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce; 1/3 cup nonfat Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup coconut oil; 1/2 cup sucralose-sugar blend for baking (such as Truvia(R) Baking Blend); 2 large egg whites; 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk; 1/2 cup pureed butternut squash; 1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract; 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 1/3 cups oat flour; 1/4 cup miniature chocolate chips, divided

Servings: persons

cooking spray
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/3 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
1/4 cup coconut oil
1/2 cup sucralose-sugar blend for baking (such as Truvia(R) Baking Blend)
2 large egg whites
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/2 cup pureed butternut squash
1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/3 cups oat flour
1/4 cup miniature chocolate chips, divided

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a loaf pan with cooking spray.
2
Blend applesauce, Greek yogurt, and coconut oil together in a bowl using an electric mixer. Mix in sucralose-sugar blend until combined. Add egg whites and almond milk; blend until fluffy. Mix in butternut squash and almond extract. Add cocoa powder, salt, baking soda, and baking powder; mix to combine. Add oat flour slowly, mixing batter until no dry spots remain. Fold in about chocolate chips by hand, reserving a few to sprinkle on top.
3
Pour batter into the prepared pan; sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips over the batter.
4
Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 45 to 50 minutes. Let cool in pan for 1 hour.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: cooking spray, 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1/3 cup nonfat Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup coconut oil, and more.

Yes, Dark Chocolate Butternut Squash Bread falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Dark Chocolate Butternut Squash Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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