Description
Indulge in the moist and flavorful Best Ever Zucchini Walnut Bread, a delightful treat perfect for any time of day. This scrumptious quick bread combines the subtle sweetness of grated zucchini with the rich crunch of walnuts, all balanced by a warm blend of spices. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, as a snack with your afternoon coffee, or as a dessert, this versatile recipe is sure to impress family and friends. Plus, it’s easy to make and even better when shared!
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- 1 cup oil
- 1¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
- 3 eggs
- 2½ cups grated zucchini
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch loaf pan or two smaller pans.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and spices.
- In another bowl, mix oil, sugars, vanilla extract, and eggs until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in zucchini and walnuts without overmixing.
- Pour batter into prepared pan(s) and bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added sweetness, consider folding in chocolate chips or dried fruits. You can also substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier twist.