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Grandma’s Secret Homemade Zucchini Bread

Grandma’s Secret Homemade Zucchini Bread That Everyone Loves

Grandma’s Secret Homemade Zucchini Bread is a delightful loaf bursting with flavor, making it a perfect breakfast or snack option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups Fresh Zucchini Grated
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can reduce the amount or replace part with honey or maple syrup
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute half with applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts Optional; can substitute with chocolate chips
For Topping
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Or Cream Cheese, for spreading

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • box grater
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture.
  3. Mix together grated zucchini, eggs, sugar, and oil until fully blended.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg until combined.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. If desired, fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
  7. Pour batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use freshly grated zucchini and room temperature eggs for the best results. Customize with nuts or chocolate chips as desired.

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