Zucchini bread is the perfect way to appreciate summer’s harvest in a tasty way.
This traditional bread is a go-to recipe, whether your garden is bursting with zucchini or you’re just craving something moist and tasty to go with your morning coffee.
It’s very simple to prepare, and a great way to get more greens into your diet without compromising flavor.
This video covers everything you need to know about making the best zucchini bread, from key ingredients to expert advice on how to get the optimal ratio of sweetness to texture.
Here is how to make soft and tender zucchini bread:
Ingredients
2 cups (260 g) all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp coarse salt (1/2 tsp if using fine salt)
1 1/3 cup (265 g) light brown sugar (packed)
1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 cups (305 g) zucchini (grated)
1/2 cup walnuts or pecans (optional)
2 large eggs
1/2 cup (118 ml) cooking oil
1/2 cup (118 ml) milk
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
9 x 5 x2 loaf pan
Bake at 350ºF / 176ºC for 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean
If using an 8 x 4 x 2 loaf pan bake for 55 to 60 minutes
