Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Best Ever Zucchini Walnut Bread, a moist and spiced loaf that offers the perfect balance of sweetness and texture. This easy-to-follow recipe showcases grated zucchini, which keeps the bread incredibly tender, while crunchy walnuts provide a satisfying nutty crunch in every bite. Ideal for breakfast, as a snack, or even dessert, this bread is sure to impress anyone who tries it. With straightforward instructions and common ingredients, you can whip up this delicious treat in no time. Bake a loaf to share with friends or enjoy it on your own—either way, you’re in for a delightful experience.
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
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ⅛ 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 and grease a 9-inch loaf pan.
- 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 combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; some flour patches should remain.
- Gently fold in grated zucchini and chopped walnuts without over-mixing.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan(s) and bake for about 50–60 minutes or until golden brown with a clean toothpick when tested.
- Allow cooling before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg