Description
Best Ever Zucchini Walnut Bread is a delightful treat that perfectly balances moistness and flavor. This quick bread is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a mid-day snack, featuring tender zucchini and crunchy walnuts with warm spices in every bite. Simple to prepare, this recipe is great for both novice bakers and seasoned chefs alike. Whether you enjoy it plain, toasted with butter, or topped with cream cheese, this zucchini walnut bread will impress everyone at your next gathering or cozy at-home indulgence.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- 1 cup oil
- 1¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
- 3 eggs
- 2½ cups grated zucchini
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch loaf pan (or two smaller pans) and place them on a rimmed baking sheet.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In a large bowl, mix oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs until well blended.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in grated zucchini and chopped walnuts without over-mixing.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared pan(s) and bake for approximately 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 98mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg