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Zucchini Bread

Moist Zucchini Bread with Cinnamon Magic to Savor

This Moist Zucchini Bread is a delightful combination of zucchini and cinnamon, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Consider using a sugar substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda Ensure it is fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Can substitute with nutmeg for variation
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Reduce if necessary for diet
  • 2 large Eggs Can use flax eggs as a vegan option
  • 1 cup Grated zucchini Do not peel or squeeze
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil Can substitute with applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans Can omit or use chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Loaf Pans
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Grater

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 8x4-inch loaf pans with butter or oil.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until combined.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and then stir in the grated zucchini, oil, and vanilla until well mixed.
  4. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture; do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the nuts or pecans if using.
  6. Distribute the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 50 to 60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool the pans for 5 minutes then turn out the bread onto a wire rack.
  8. Allow the zucchini bread to cool completely on the rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Grate zucchini using larger holes for optimal moisture retention. Avoid squeezing to preserve texture. For vegan options, replace large eggs with flax eggs.

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