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Best Homemade Zucchini Bread with Brown Sugar

Best Homemade Zucchini Bread with Brown Sugar

  • Author: Fleck
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Description

The Best Homemade Zucchini Bread with Brown Sugar is a delightful way to use up your summer zucchini, transforming it into a moist and flavorful treat that everyone will love. This easy-to-follow recipe blends the natural sweetness of brown sugar with warm spices, making it perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With the option to customize with add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts, this zucchini bread is not only versatile but also a wholesome choice for families. Enjoy the comforting aroma wafting through your kitchen as you bake this irresistible loaf!

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup applesauce or yogurt
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In one bowl, mix dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together wet ingredients: oil, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, applesauce (or yogurt), and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Stir in grated zucchini into the wet mixture.
  5. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Optional: Add in chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast/Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
  • Calories: 170
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Use fresh zucchini for optimal moisture retention. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread light and fluffy. For variations, try adding walnuts or using applesauce instead of oil for a healthier option.

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