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Zucchini Bread


  • Author: Mark Taylor
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: About 10 servings 1x

Description

Zucchini bread is a delightful and moist treat that combines the subtle sweetness of zucchini with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for brunch or cozy afternoons, this easy-to-make recipe will fill your home with an inviting aroma, making it impossible to resist. Enjoy it plain or adorned with cream cheese for an extra indulgence.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium zucchinis, grated
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Grate the zucchinis and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, beat the eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Fold the grated zucchini into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added texture, incorporate nuts or chocolate chips into the batter. To enhance flavor, swap half of the sugar for honey or maple syrup.