Indulge in the perfect combination of savory zucchini and crunchy walnuts in this moist and flavorful bread. This recipe is a great way to sneak in some veggies while satisfying your sweet tooth. Enjoy it as a snack or dessert with a cup of tea or coffee.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs, vegetable oil, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Stir in the grated zucchini and chopped walnuts.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve the zucchini walnut bread and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Zucchini is a versatile vegetable that adds moisture and nutrients to baked goods.
Walnuts are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, making them a healthy addition to this bread.
This recipe can be easily customized by adding chocolate chips or dried fruits for extra flavor.