zucchini bread
This zucchini bread is a delightful, flavor-packed loaf made with sweet, tender zucchini and a touch of cinnamon. It's moist, subtly sweet, and perfect for enjoying at any time of the day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded zucchini
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamo
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded zucchini with sugar and brown sugar and let sit for 10 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Beat the eggs in a separate bowl, then add vegetable oil and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Mix the egg mixture into the zucchini mixture and stir gently to combine.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the zucchini and egg mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in any optional nuts or chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use a box grater or food processor for shredding zucchini. Squeeze out excess moisture from zucchini for denser bread. Consider adding a streusel topping before baking.