Description
Indulge in the delightful world of homemade BEST Zucchini Bread, a moist and flavorful treat that perfectly balances sweetness and spice. This easy-to-follow recipe allows you to utilize fresh zucchini, making it a fantastic way to use up garden surplus or seasonal produce. With its tender crumb and rich taste, this bread is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or as a dessert. Customize your loaf by adding chocolate chips or nuts for an extra burst of flavor. Your friends and family will love this scrumptious creation that not only tastes great but also fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 & 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 cups shredded zucchini
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup neutral oil
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Optional: chocolate chips and nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5 inch loaf pan by greasing it or lining with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, oil, brown sugar, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla until well mixed.
- Shred the zucchini and blot any excess moisture.
- Combine shredded zucchini with dry ingredients, then gently fold in wet mixture until just combined.
- Add chocolate chips or nuts if desired. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 65g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
