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Best Recipe for Moist and Tender Zucchini Bread

This family-favorite zucchini bread combines the natural sweetness of zucchini with chocolate chips and nuts, making it perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. It's easy to prepare and sure to become a staple in your home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis)
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans work well)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and set it aside.
  2. Prepare the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Mix the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Add zucchini, chocolate chips, and nuts: Gently fold in the grated zucchini, chocolate chips, and chopped nuts until evenly distributed.
  6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Don't overmix the batter to avoid a dense loaf. Use fresh zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture if needed. Customize add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts to your preference. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.