Description
Moist and Delicious Cinnamon Swirl Zucchini Bread is a delightful twist on a classic favorite, blending the subtle sweetness of cinnamon with the nutritious goodness of garden-fresh zucchini. This easy-to-make recipe yields a tender, moist loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. With its irresistible cinnamon sugar swirl, every slice offers a comforting experience that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea. You’ll love sharing this scrumptious treat with family and friends at any gathering. Bake it once, and you’ll find yourself reaching for seconds!
Ingredients
- 1 cup finely shredded zucchini
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for swirl)
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon (for swirl)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9×5 loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the zucchini, eggs, oil, yogurt, and vanilla until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; stir gently until just combined.
- Layer half the batter in the prepared pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture on top. Add remaining batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon sugar.
- Swirl through the batter with a knife to create a marbled effect.
- Bake for 60–65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 70g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For extra flavor variations, consider adding nuts or chocolate chips to the batter. Ensure zucchini is finely shredded to maintain ideal moisture levels without making the bread too dense.