Zucchini Bread

Zucchini Bread

8 servings
This zucchini bread recipe makes the best breakfast, snack, or dessert! It's filled with cinnamon, vanilla, brown sugar, and a sprinkling of chocolate chips.

Ingredients

  • butter or cooking spray

    for greasing pan

  • all-purpose flour
    1 ¾ c.
  • baking powder
    ¾ tsp.
  • baking soda
    ¾ tsp.
  • kosher salt
    ½ tsp.
  • ground cinnamon
    1 tsp.
  • dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips

    optional

    ¾ c.
  • eggs
    2 large
  • vegetable oil
    ⅓ c.
  • light brown sugar

    packed

    ½ c.
  • granulated sugar
    ⅝ c.
  • vanilla extract
    2 tsp.
  • shredded zucchini

    packed

    1 ½ c.
  • coarse sugar
    2 tbsp.

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350˚F. Butter or spray the inside of a 9-by-5-inch inch loaf pan.

  2. 2

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Stir in the chocolate chips (if using).

  3. 3

    In another medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil, brown and granulated sugars, and vanilla. Stir in the zucchini. Add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix just until combined.

  4. 4

    Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the top all over with the coarse sugar. Bake 55 to 60 minutes, until slight crumbs remain on a toothpick when stuck into the middle of the loaf. Let cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then remove and let cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. Cover and store leftover the bread at room temperature for up to 3 to 4 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.<br/>

Zucchini Bread

Zucchini Bread

4.0(5)75 min8 servings427 cal

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About this Recipe

Looking for the perfect way to use up that summer zucchini? This Zucchini Bread is a delightful American comfort food that transitions effortlessly from a comforting breakfast to an afternoon snack or a satisfying dessert. It's the ultimate food gift or picnic treat, brimming with cozy flavors.

What makes this Zucchini Bread truly special is its harmonious blend of classic comfort. With warm notes of cinnamon and vanilla, deeply flavored brown sugar, and an optional sprinkling of chocolate chips, every slice promises a moist, tender crumb that feels like a warm hug. It's a simple baking project that yields impressive results with just 15 minutes of prep.

You'll discover a rich, sweet, and comforting flavor profile in every bite, balanced beautifully by the subtle earthiness of fresh zucchini. The bread boasts a wonderfully moist interior, characteristic of well-made quick breads, and a delicate crumb. The optional dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips melt into pockets of decadence, while a light dusting of coarse sugar on top provides a pleasant, subtle crunch and a lovely finish, making it visually appealing and delicious.

While perfect as is, you can easily tailor this Zucchini Bread to your liking. Feel free to omit the chocolate chips entirely if you prefer a simpler loaf, or choose between dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips based on your preference. For an extra touch of sweetness and texture, you can also vary the amount of coarse sugar sprinkled on top before baking.

This versatile Zucchini Bread is ideal for any occasion—serve it warm for breakfast or brunch, as a wholesome lunch addition, or a satisfying dessert. It also makes a truly thoughtful and delicious food gift for friends and family, perfect for sharing.

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