
Looking for a cozy, homemade treat thatβs easy to make and packed with flavor? π― This Classic Zucchini Bread is just what you need. Itβs soft, moist, slightly spiced, and perfect with a cup of tea or coffee. Even if youβre not a fan of zucchini, trust us β youβll fall in love with this sweet loaf!
Letβs walk through how to make this timeless favorite.
π Ingredients:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 Β½ tsp baking powder
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Β½ tsp baking soda
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Β½ tsp salt
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1 Β½ tsp ground cinnamon
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Β½ tsp nutmeg (optional)
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2 large eggs
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Β½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
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ΒΎ cup sugar (you can use brown or white)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 Β½ cups grated zucchini (donβt peel)
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Β½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
π©βπ³ Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven
Set your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Grease and flour a standard 9×5-inch loaf pan, or line with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the dry ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Mix the wet ingredients
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Add oil, sugar, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
4. Combine wet and dry
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined β do not overmix!
5. Add the zucchini
Gently fold in the grated zucchini. If using nuts, add them in now too.
6. Bake the bread
Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50β60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Cool & slice
Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
π‘ Tips:
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You donβt need to squeeze the zucchini dry unless itβs overly watery.
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Add chocolate chips for a sweeter twist π«
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This bread stores well β wrap and refrigerate for up to 4β5 days, or freeze slices for later.
π₯ Want to See It Made Step-by-Step?
If youβre more of a visual learner or want to see the texture and layering up close β
π Watch the full video tutorial to follow along and bake with confidence!
