Best 6 Best Zucchini Bread Recipes

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Zucchini bread is a moist and delicious quick bread that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. It is a great way to use up extra zucchini from your garden, and it is also a healthier alternative to traditional sweet breads. With so many different recipes available, it can be difficult to know which one to choose. This article will help you find the best zucchini bread recipe for your needs, whether you are looking for a classic recipe, a gluten-free recipe, or a vegan recipe.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BEST LEMON ZUCCHINI BREAD



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This lemon zucchini bread has wowed every person my Mom made it for, and she has now passed this tried-and-true recipe to me, with the same results. If you are tempted to skip the nutmeg, don't! It's the secret ingredient that makes this bread pop. This loaf won't last a day in your house, so it's best to double or triple the recipe to ensure everyone gets a slice! The loaf freezes well, just slice before freezing.

Provided by Littldot

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Zucchini Bread Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 egg
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup milk
½ cup vegetable oil
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 cup grated and squeezed zucchini

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a loaf pan.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg together in a bowl.
  • Beat egg with sugar, milk, oil, and lemon juice in another bowl. Pour into the dry ingredients and add lemon zest and zucchini. Stir with a fork until moist, but very thick. Pour into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 60 to 70 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.6 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 242.3 mg, Sugar 13.2 g

BEST PINEAPPLE ZUCCHINI BREAD



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Delicious zucchini bread made even more delectable and moist with crushed pineapple. The addition of grated carrots and chopped walnuts meld really well with the zucchini and pineapple.

Provided by Crafty Lady 13

Categories     Breads

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 eggs
1 1/2 cups white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup vegetable oil or 1 cup applesauce
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
2 cups zucchini, grated
1/2 cup carrot, grated
1 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

Steps:

  • Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  • In a large bowl, mix oil, eggs, vanilla, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. blend in pineapple, zucchini and carrots. Stir flour mixture into zucchini mixture. Fold in chopped walnuts. Pour batter into two greased and floured 9 x 5 loaf pans.
  • Bake at 350°F for 1 hour. Cool on wire racks.
  • Tip: If you have an abundance of zucchini on hand, grate the zucchini and some carrots and store them in freezer bags (2 cups zucchini and 1/2 cup of carrots). This freezes really well and you will always have the zucchini and carrots on hand to make this bread in the fall and winter months. This will also save time during the preparation.

GRANDMA'S BEST ZUCCHINI BREAD



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This top-secret family recipe for spicy, moist bread uses dates for a delicious change from ordinary zucchini bread. We like to spread warm slices with softened cream cheese for an extra-special treat!

Provided by Korrine

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Zucchini Bread Recipes

Time 3h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 pinch ground ginger
1 pinch ground black pepper
3 eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
½ cup dates, pitted and chopped
2 cups shredded zucchini

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9x5 inch loaf pans. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and pepper in a bowl until evenly combined; set aside.
  • Beat the eggs, vanilla, sugar, and vegetable oil in a mixing bowl until smooth. Fold in the flour, dates, and zucchini until no dry spots remain. Divide the batter between the two prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 70 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 72.8 mg, Sugar 19.3 g

MY BEST ZUCCHINI BREAD



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Make and share this My Best Zucchini Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 loaves, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups shredded zucchini
1/2 cup applesauce
1/3 cup orange juice
3 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350*.
  • In large bowl, mix sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla.
  • Beat until well blended.
  • Add zucchini, applesauce and orange juice; stir well.
  • Combine flour with next 5 ingredients.
  • Add to zucchini mixture; stir well.
  • Add nuts; stir gently to combine.
  • Pour into 2 greased and floured 9in loaf pans.
  • Bake for 60-70 minutes; till toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let cool in pans 10 minutes.
  • Remove from pans and let cool completely.

MARY'S BEST ZUCCHINI BREAD



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Make and share this Mary's Best Zucchini Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mary Scheffert

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h10m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups shredded unpeeled zucchini (green or yellow, or a combination)
2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup oil
2 teaspoons vanilla
3 cups flour
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind or 1/2 teaspoon orange rind
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • Grease two loaf pans.
  • Combine flour, cinnamon, salt, soda, nutmeg, powder, and lemon (or orange) peel in a large bowl; set aside.
  • Combine sugar, eggs, applesauce, oil and vanilla in a large bowl.
  • Add shredded zucchini and walnuts; stir to combine.
  • Add zucchini mixture to flour mixture; stir well.
  • Pour evenly into prepared loaf pans; sprinkle tops with cinnamon sugar.
  • Bake 60-65 minutes or until loaves test done with toothpick.
  • Let cool in pans 10 minutes; remove from pans onto wire rack to cool completely.
  • *Note: Loaves freeze well.

BARB'S BEST ZUCCHINI BREAD



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This is an awesome recipe from my sister. I don't know where she got it, but it is absolutely scrumptious and a must-have for all of you gardeners out there :)

Provided by Karen..

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 loaves, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 eggs
2 cups sugar
2 cups shredded zucchini
1 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon clove
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325* and grease bottom only of two 9 x 5 bread pans.
  • Beat eggs until foamy.
  • Stir in sugar, zucchini, oil and vanilla.
  • Combine dry ingredients and spices and gradually add to wet ingredients.
  • Fold in nuts and raisins.
  • Pour into prepared pans.
  • Bake for 60 to 80 minutes or until center tests done.
  • Cool for 10 minutes on rack and then remove from pans.
  • Cool completely on rack before slicing.

Tips for Baking the Best Zucchini Bread

  • Use fresh zucchini. Fresh zucchini has a higher water content than older zucchini, which will help to keep your bread moist.
  • Grate your zucchini finely. This will help to distribute the moisture evenly throughout the bread.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bread tough.
  • Bake the bread at a moderate temperature. This will help to prevent the bread from drying out.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing it. This will help to prevent the bread from crumbling.

Conclusion

Zucchini bread is a delicious and versatile quick bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that you'll love. So next time you have some extra zucchini on hand, be sure to give zucchini bread a try!

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