Description

Indulge in the moist, sweet, and lightly spiced goodness of this zucchini bread, a delightful treat perfect for breakfast, snacks, or light desserts. Combining fresh zucchini with warm cinnamon and rich flavors, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also an excellent way to utilize the abundant zucchini from your garden or local market. With its tender texture and versatility, this zucchini bread will quickly become a family favorite. Enjoy it warm with butter, top it with cream cheese frosting, or savor it plain—each slice promises to be delicious!

Ingredients

Scale

2¼ cups granulated sugar
1 cup canola or vegetable oil
3 large eggs
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis)
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease two 8×4-inch loaf pans with cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
Gradually add flour, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and baking powder; stir until just combined.
Gently fold in the grated zucchini until fully incorporated.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans (fill no more than two-thirds full).
Bake for 45–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (45g)
Calories: 175
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 128mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 27mg

Keywords: For added texture and flavor, consider mixing in chopped nuts or chocolate chips. You can easily freeze leftovers; slice before freezing for convenient thawing later.