Description
Zucchini Bread Ever is a moist, flavorful quick bread bursting with fresh grated zucchini and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This easy-to-make loaf offers a perfect balance of sweetness and texture, ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. A delicious way to use garden-fresh zucchini that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Grated zucchini (fresh, squeezed to remove excess moisture)
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All-purpose flour
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Granulated sugar
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Brown sugar
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Baking soda
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Baking powder
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Salt
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Ground cinnamon
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Ground nutmeg
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Eggs
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Vegetable oil or melted butter
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Vanilla extract
- Chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
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Prepare zucchini: Grate zucchini and squeeze out excess liquid using a clean towel or cheesecloth.
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Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, beat eggs with granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Combine: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Fold in zucchini and nuts or chocolate chips if using.
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Bake: Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool: Let bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Add raisins, shredded coconut, or dried cranberries for extra texture and flavor.Use gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.Swap sugars with honey or maple syrup, adjusting liquids accordingly.Spice it up with ginger or cloves for extra warmth.For a crunchy crust, sprinkle cinnamon-sugar on top before baking.
