Yogurt Zucchini Bread with Walnuts
Elevate your baking game with this moist and flavorful Yogurt Zucchini Bread with Walnuts—a wholesome twist on classic zucchini bread that's perfect for breakfast or snack time. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of grated zucchini with the richness of chopped walnuts, balanced by creamy plain yogurt for a tender crumb and added moisture. Infused with warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg, every bite bursts with comforting flavors. Easy to make in under an hour, this quick bread features simple techniques like folding wet and dry ingredients for a no-fail finish. Whether served warm with a dollop of butter or enjoyed plain with coffee, this bread is a delightful way to use up fresh zucchini while sneaking in nutrients.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup plain yogurt
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup zucchini, grated
- 0.75 cup walnuts, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a separate medium bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, yogurt, and vegetable oil until well combined.
Step 4
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the wet ingredients, and whisk until smooth.
Step 5
Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Gently fold in the grated zucchini and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
Step 7
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Step 9
Allow the zucchini bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1129.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3420.4 |
| Total Fat 179.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 67.3g | |
| Cholesterol 379.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2529.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 416.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 216.6g | |
| Protein 62.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 140.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 484.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1795.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories