Description
This delicious zucchini bread is moist, flavorful, and perfect for any time of day. With warm spices and a hint of sweetness, it’s a versatile treat that is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
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Zucchini Bread:
- 2 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Prepare the zucchini: Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter, oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mix until combined.
- Combine mixtures: Fold in the grated zucchini. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Add nuts (optional): Gently fold in the nuts if using.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- For extra moisture, don’t over-squeeze the zucchini.
- This bread freezes well; wrap tightly and store for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
