Description
Indulge in the moist and flavorful delight of The BEST Zucchini Bread Recipe, a perfect blend of sweetness and spice that transforms your garden’s bounty into a comforting treat. Whether you serve it for breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or dessert, this easy-to-make zucchini bread is sure to impress. Its soft texture comes from fresh grated zucchini, ensuring each slice is tender and bursting with flavor. With simple ingredients commonly found in your pantry, you can whip up this delicious loaf in no time. Ideal for sharing with friends or enjoying with family, this recipe will quickly become a cherished favorite!
Ingredients
- 2¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup canola or vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchini)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease two 8×4-inch loaf pans with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Add flour, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and baking powder to the wet mixture; stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the grated zucchini until fully incorporated.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans.
- Bake for 45–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chopped nuts or chocolate chips. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.