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Moist Homemade Zucchini Bread

This easy recipe for zucchini bread yields a moist and flavorful loaf that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis) Squeeze out excess moisture before adding.
  • ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans) or chocolate chips (optional) Add for extra flavor and texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Grate the zucchini using a box grater and squeeze out excess moisture using a kitchen towel or paper towels.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using).
  2. In another bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Finally, add in the grated zucchini and nuts or chocolate chips if desired, mixing until just combined.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
  2. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Allow the zucchini bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

To store, wrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Keep at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Freeze for up to 2 months.