Delicious and Moist Zucchini Bread Recipe

Enjoy a slice of moist and flavorful homemade zucchini bread. This recipe is perfect for using up your garden's zucchini harvest. It's subtly sweet and spiced, making it an ideal treat for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, this easy-to-follow recipe will have you whipping up delicious zucchini bread in no time!

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups grated zucchini
• 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9x5-inch loaf pans.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Add the grated zucchini to the wet mixture and stir until evenly incorporated.
5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.
7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans.
8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
9. Allow the bread to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

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