Description
This zucchini bread is a must-try for anyone who enjoys easy, homemade recipes. It combines fresh zucchini with walnuts, cinnamon, and a hint of vanilla for a deliciously moist loaf that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt using a whisk.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and well-drained grated zucchini.
- Gradually mix in the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and level the surface with an offset spatula.
- Bake in the oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the zucchini bread to cool completely in the pan before slicing.
Notes
You can substitute applesauce for vegetable oil for a lighter version.
Ensure the zucchini is well-drained to prevent a soggy loaf.
This bread can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
