Blue Ribbon Zucchini Nut Bread

Celebrate the cozy flavors of fall with Blue Ribbon Zucchini Nut Bread, a moist and tender loaf that combines the earthiness of freshly grated zucchini with the crunch of chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans. This award-worthy quick bread features a warm spice blend of cinnamon and nutmeg, while optional add-ins like raisins or chocolate chips make it endlessly customizable. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 20 minutes of prep and delivers 10 satisfying slices that bake into golden perfection. Whether shared with loved ones or enjoyed solo, this zucchini bread is a timeless treat bursting with wholesome goodness and a hint of nostalgia.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 0.75 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups grated zucchini
• 0.75 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
• 0.5 cup optional add-in: raisins or chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Whisk in the vegetable oil and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.

Step 4

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the grated zucchini and chopped nuts (and optional raisins or chocolate chips, if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

Step 8

Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 9

Slice and serve as a delightful breakfast treat, snack, or dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1505.2 grams (1505.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4527

Total Fat 224.90g	288%
Saturated Fat 30.80g	154%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.80g
Cholesterol 372mg	124%
Sodium 2663mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 609.60g	222%
Dietary Fiber 23.90g	85%
Total Sugars 396.30g
Protein 58.90g	118%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 346mg	27%
Iron 19mg	106%
Potassium 2939mg	63%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.1%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 51.9%