Cindy's Best Zucchini Bread

Discover the ultimate homemade delight with Cindy's Best Zucchini Bread, a moist and flavorful quick bread recipe that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert! Crafted with freshly grated zucchini and a cozy touch of ground cinnamon, this easy-to-make recipe combines simple pantry staples with just the right hint of sweetness. Whether you enjoy it plain or with the added crunch of walnuts or pecans, this versatile zucchini bread comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection in under an hour. Plus, it’s freezer-friendly, making it ideal for meal prep or whenever you crave a slice of comforting goodness. Elevate your baking game with this foolproof recipe that’s guaranteed to be a hit at your next family gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups zucchini, grated
• 1 cup walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease two 9x5-inch loaf pans or line them with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.

Step 5

Fold in the grated zucchini and chopped walnuts or pecans (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly between the two greased loaf pans.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of each loaf comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the pans from the oven and place them on a wire rack to cool for 10 minutes.

Step 9

Gently run a knife around the edges of the loaf pans to loosen the bread, then carefully turn the loaves out onto the wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1773.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5714.1

Total Fat 302.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 134.4g
Cholesterol 558mg	0%
Sodium 4338.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 716.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.3g	0%
Total Sugars 415.3g
Protein 79.6g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 408.3mg	0%
Iron 24.8mg	0%
Potassium 2444.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.1%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 48.5%