The Ultimate Zucchini Bread

Discover the irresistible flavor of *The Ultimate Zucchini Bread*—a moist, tender loaf packed with the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. This quick bread combines freshly shredded zucchini with warm hints of cinnamon and nutmeg for a cozy, homemade treat that’s ideal for breakfast, snacking, or dessert. Optional mix-ins like crunchy chopped walnuts or melty chocolate chips elevate each bite with delightful texture and flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep and no fancy equipment required, this easy zucchini bread recipe is a foolproof way to turn simple pantry staples into a crowd-pleasing masterpiece. Bake up a loaf and enjoy it plain, spread with butter, or even topped with cream cheese for a decadent twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.75 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Shredded zucchini
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• 0.5 cup Chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Whisk together until evenly mixed.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract, and mix until fully combined.

Step 4

Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients using a spatula, being careful not to overmix. The batter will be thick.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded zucchini until evenly distributed throughout the batter. If desired, add chopped walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few crumbs.

Step 8

Allow the zucchini bread to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 9

Slice and serve plain, or enjoy with a spread of butter or cream cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1144.4 grams (1144.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4103

Total Fat 233.90g	300%
Saturated Fat 45.10g	226%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.80g
Cholesterol 372mg	124%
Sodium 2480mg	108%
Total Carbohydrate 480.50g	175%
Dietary Fiber 17.60g	63%
Total Sugars 275.10g
Protein 53.50g	107%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 320mg	25%
Iron 20mg	108%
Potassium 1664mg	35%

*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: 49.6%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 45.3%