Description
Zucchini bread is a delightful treat that combines the subtle sweetness of summer squash with warm spices, making it perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. This easy-to-follow recipe will fill your kitchen with a comforting aroma and give you a moist, tender loaf that’s sure to be a family favorite. Whether enjoyed plain or with chocolate chips, this zucchini bread is a delicious way to incorporate veggies into your dessert!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- A pinch of nutmeg
- 1 cup granulated sugar (½ cup brown sugar)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or applesauce)
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated (about 2 cups)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Grate the zucchinis and squeeze out excess moisture.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, mix the sugars, eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in the grated zucchini.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling 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 (75g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg