Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with the BEST Zucchini Bread! This moist and flavorful loaf is perfect for any occasion, from breakfast to dessert. Packed with fresh zucchini, warm spices, and the option to add chocolate chips or nuts, this recipe offers a delightful balance of sweetness and richness. Itβs not just delicious; itβs also easy to make and can be frozen for later enjoyment. Whether enjoyed plain or dressed up with butter or cream cheese frosting, this zucchini bread will be a hit at family gatherings or quiet afternoons at home.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups shredded zucchini
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 eggs
- Optional: 1 cup chocolate chips or 3/4 cup nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Grease a 9Γ5 inch loaf pan.
- Mix dry ingredients (flour, sugars, baking soda, baking powder, salt) in one bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, eggs, and shredded zucchini.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; fold in chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle raw sugar on top.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use fresh zucchini for the best flavor. Blot shredded zucchini to remove excess moisture. Customize with spices like cardamom or mix-ins of your choice.