Grandma’s Zucchini Bread
A heartwarming recipe for zucchini bread that combines simple ingredients into a delicious, moist loaf, perfect for nostalgia and cozy afternoons.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, beat together granulated sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. Stir in the grated zucchini.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir gently until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
- Once baked, allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For added flavor, experiment with chocolate chips, raisins, or citrus zests. Ensure excess moisture is squeezed from grated zucchini.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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