Description
Zucchini Bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread made with grated zucchini, cinnamon, and a touch of sweetness, perfect for breakfast, a snack, or light dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated (about 2 cups)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Zucchini: Grate the zucchinis using a box grater or food processor. Squeeze out the excess moisture from the zucchini using a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. Set aside.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the eggs, vegetable oil, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Add the Zucchini: Fold in the grated zucchini, along with any optional ingredients like nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips, if using.
- Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Overripe zucchinis work best for this recipe as they provide more moisture.
- For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flax eggs and use coconut oil instead of vegetable oil.
- If you want to add more texture, add shredded coconut, dried fruit, or even a sprinkle of chocolate chips.
- Ensure you don’t overmix the batter, as this can make the bread dense.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55–65 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
