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zucchini bread Recipe Recipe

Zucchini Bread Recipe

This classic zucchini bread is moist, slightly sweet, and perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. It’s a delicious way to use up extra zucchini, subtly spiced with cinnamon and vanilla.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium fresh zucchini, grated About 180g, yields 1 cup grated.
  • 165 g all-purpose flour
  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 40 g light brown sugar Packed.
  • 2 large eggs
  • 80 ml vegetable oil
  • 5 ml vanilla extract
  • 4 g baking powder
  • 2 g baking soda
  • 2 g cinnamon
  • 2 g salt

Equipment

  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 medium mixing bowl
  • 1 grater
  • 1 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 rubber spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease the loaf pan lightly or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Wash and dry the zucchini. Grate it with the medium holes of a grater. Do not peel. Place grated zucchini in a clean towel and squeeze lightly if very wet.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Gently stir with a spatula until nearly combined (do not overmix).
  6. Fold in the grated zucchini until just incorporated.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

This bread stays moist for several days and can be wrapped and frozen for up to two months. Optionally, add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or 1/3 cup chocolate chips for extra flavor. Serve plain, toasted, or spread with cream cheese.