We Hate Zucchini Bread Zucchini Bread Recipe

This surprisingly delicious zucchini bread recipe is a game-changer! I perfected this recipe after countless attempts, creating a loaf so moist and flavorful that even zucchini-haters rave about it. Sold out at every farmer's market, this recipe is easy to halve or double, making it perfect for sharing or baking a big batch. Get ready to experience zucchini bread like never before!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 364.4 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.5 (11 Reviews)
We Hate Zucchini Bread Zucchini Bread

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for We Hate Zucchini Bread Zucchini Bread

  • 4 cups grated zucchini
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil (or 1 cup melted butter)
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Walnuts

How to Make We Hate Zucchini Bread Zucchini Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grate four cups of zucchini using a box grater.
  3. Add the grated zucchini to a large mixing bowl.
  4. Add 2 large eggs, 1 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter), 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar to the bowl.
  5. Stir all wet ingredients together until well combined.
  6. Gradually add 3 cups all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. The batter should be thick, similar to pancake batter. If it's too thick, add another egg.
  8. Stir in ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional).
  9. Lightly grease and flour two 9x5 inch loaf pans, or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  10. Carefully pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans, filling them about ¾ full.
  11. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean and the bread is golden brown.
  12. Let the loaves cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

103g

Fat

34g

Carbs

16g