The BEST Zucchini Bread!

The BEST Zucchini Bread!

Are you ready to take your baking game to the next level? Look no further! Today, we're diving into the wonderful world of zucchini bread. Yes, you heard that right - zucchini in bread! It may sound a bit odd, but trust us, it's a game changer.

Why Zucchini Bread?

First things first, why zucchini? Well, besides being a sneaky way to add some veggies to your diet (shh, don't tell the kids), zucchini adds incredible moisture to the bread. It's like a secret ingredient that takes your baking to a whole new level of deliciousness. It's also a great way to use up all those extra zucchini from your garden, especially the ones you forgot about and now are lookin' kinda like a baseball bat!

 

Ingredients Galore!

Now, let's talk ingredients. You'll need the usual suspects like flour, sugar, eggs, and oil. But the star of the show? Zucchini, of course! Grate it up and watch the magic happen. Add in some cinnamon, nutmeg, and a sprinkle of love (okay, maybe not literally) for that perfect flavor profile.

Baking Magic

Once you've mixed up your batter, it's time to pop it in the oven. The aroma that will waft through your kitchen is pure heaven. Just imagine - warm, freshly baked zucchini bread waiting for you. Is your mouth watering yet?

Get Creative!

But wait, there's more! Feel free to get creative with your zucchini bread. Add in some chocolate chips for an extra sweet surprise, or throw in some nuts for a crunchy twist. The possibilities are endless, so don't be afraid to experiment!

Share the Love

Once your zucchini bread is out of the oven and cooled (if you can resist), share the love! Wrap up a loaf for a friend, bring some to the office, or simply enjoy it all to yourself. We won't judge - it's just that good.

  • 1 lb zucchini, ends trimmed
  • 1 1/5 cups sugar
  • 6 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp allspice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375 degrees. Prepare 9x5 loaf pan
  2. Shred zucchini on large holes of grater. I recommend the KitchenAid Food Processor to make this part easy and fast.
  3. Squeeze the zucchini between several layers of paper towels to absorb excess moisture.
  4. Whisk sugar, melted butter, eggs, yogurt and lemon juice together in a large bowl.
  5. Whisk the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, allspice and salt together in a separate large bowl.
  6. Gently fold the zucchini and the yogurt mixture into the flour mixture with a rubber spatula until just combined. Do not over mix.
  7. Fold in the nuts.
  8. Scrape the batter into prepared pan and smooth the surface. Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few crumbs attached, 55 to 60 minutes.
  9. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before unmolding onto a wire rack to cool for 1 hour.

So, what are you waiting for? Get your apron on, preheat that oven, and let's bake the best zucchini bread you've ever tasted. Throw in some cranberries or pecans if you're feeling daring! Trust us, once you go zucchini, you'll never go back! If you give it a try, let me know how you like it!

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