Description
The BEST Zucchini Bread Recipe is a delightful and versatile treat that perfectly showcases the subtle sweetness of fresh zucchini. This moist, tender bread combines rich flavors from cinnamon and sugar, making it ideal for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. Whether you’re using homegrown zucchini or picking some up from the local market, this easy recipe helps you make the most of your harvest while delivering a comforting, homemade delight that friends and family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup canola or vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchini)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease two 8×4-inch loaf pans.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- Add flour, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and baking powder; stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in grated zucchini until incorporated.
- Divide batter between prepared pans, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 45–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg