Unforgettable Zucchini Bread
A comforting zucchini bread recipe that evokes warmth and nostalgia, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips or nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the zucchinis by grating them and squeezing out excess moisture.
- Mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Blend in the grated zucchini into the wet mixture.
- Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Add chocolate chips or nuts if using, and gently fold them in.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Feel free to mix in your favorite nuts or chocolate chips for added texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: zucchini bread, quick bread, baking, dessert