Zucchini Bread
Zucchini Bread is a delightful treat that combines moist, tender crumb with subtle hints of cinnamon and vanilla. This easy-to-make loaf is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With its sweet aroma filling the kitchen, each slice reveals delightful specks of green zucchini. Whether enjoyed warm with butter or at room temperature with coffee, this versatile bread transforms simple ingredients into an irresistible dish that can be shared with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis (about 2 cups grated)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Grate zucchinis and squeeze out excess moisture.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mix until just combined; add grated zucchini.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or nuts. To make gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.