This easy zucchini bread can be whipped up in no time and makes the most incredible, mouthwatering loaf of zucchini bread you will ever eat. It is so moist and delicious with cinnamon spice. Grandma had it right. If the sweet bread is made right, then butter is optional! That is just so true!
Summer is in full force here, and the zucchini is in abundance. I am not growing it this year, but the market has plenty of it, and therefore, the price is dropping like flies. Zucchini adds moisture and flavor to your baked goods. Try my zucchini muffins, zucchini cake, and lemon zucchini loaf. I guarantee you will not be disappointed.
Ingredients Needed
- All-purpose flour
- Ground cinnamon: adds flavor to zucchini bread
- Leavening agents: baking soda and baking powder
- Salt: just a touch to enhance the taste
- Vegetable oil: canola or safflower oil
- Granulated sugar
- Vanilla extract: the pure stuff
- Zucchini: freshly grated, preferably
- Nuts: chopped pecans or walnuts are optional
How to Make Zucchini Bread
This is the nutshell version. See the recipe card below for the full list of ingredients and instructions.
First, mix the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. In a large bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir in the shredded zucchini. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. If using, stir in the nuts.
Pour the batter into a well-greased loaf pan and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes before carefully inverting it.
How to Freeze Zucchini Bread
This Zucchini Bread freezes very well for up to two months. Cool the bread completely before freezing. Place the Zucchini loaf in a Ziploc freezer bag, squeezing out all the air, and then place that freezer bag in another freezer bag, squeezing out all the air.
Or, wrap the loaf in two layers of plastic wrap followed by a layer of aluminum foil. To thaw, remove it from the freezer and place it in the refrigerator wrapped to avoid excess condensation. Allow it to thaw fully, and then, before serving, remove it from the refrigerator still wrapped and bring it to room temperature.
Recipe Tips
- Grease the pan well using shortening or butter.
- Grate the zucchini using the large end of a box grater.
- For optimal flavor and texture, don’t over-stir or overmix the batter. Mix just until combined. Overmixing can make the bread dense and tough.
Frequently Asked Questions
There is no need to peel the zucchini. Its tender, dark green skins make the sweet bread look even more pleasing and keep it moist. I wash the zucchini, cut off the top and bottom stem, and grate it with the largest holes on my box grater.
Leftover zucchini bread can be stored in an airtight container or zipper storage bag with the air removed on the counter for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
If using frozen shredded zucchini, drain it in a colander in the sink before starting the recipe to remove any excess moisture.
More Quick Bread Recipe
Easy Zucchini Bread Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups grated zucchini
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecan optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan well.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir in the grated zucchini. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients in several increments, stirring just until combined. If using, stir in the nuts.
- Pour into prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center come out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes before carefully inverting it.
Notes
- Grease the pan well using shortening or butter
- Grate the zucchini using the large end of a box grater.
- For optimal flavor and texture, don’t over-stir or overmix the batter. Mix just until combined. Overmixing can make the bread dense and tough.
Nutrition
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Shirley
Zucchini ‘bread’ recipes take soooo much sugar. Of no concern when I was young. Now… these kind of recipes seem to be a cake actually.
What would be the least that could be used & still have a suitable texture.
Beth Pierce
I have not experimented with that. I think the least I would try would be 2/3 cup.
Kerry Lewis
Does this make one loaf or two? The info at the top shows it makes 2 loaves…
Beth Pierce
It makes one loaf. Sorry about that. It has been fixed.
SK
Can I use frozen shredded zucchini with draining the liquid?
Beth Pierce
Yes but squeeze it well!
Laura
This zucchini bread is so moist and tasty. I will make it again and again. I have bushels of zucchini in my garden. Thanks for the recipe, Beth.
Zab
Breakfast has never been better than this! It was so delicious.
Jupiter Hadley
I need to make some zucchini bread! It just feels like it isn’t a thing in England but I really miss it from America.
Melissa
Your recipe for easy zucchini bread is fantastic! I followed the instructions, and the bread turned out moist, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. The clear and concise steps made it a breeze to bake. Thanks for sharing this delightful treat!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Melissa! So glad that you liked the zucchini bread!
Karen
The whole family loved this zucchini bread! I am going to make it again this weekend! I got all the ingredients ready to go!
Nadalie
This Zucchini Bread is tempting! I have never tried making bread but with this I would love to do it!
Tammy
Zucchini is fabulous for baking. It adds so much moisture to cakes and breads…so good and you can’t taste it either which is great. This looks wonderful!
Sue-Tanya Mchorgh
This zucchini bread looks absolutely mouthwatering! I can almost smell the sweet aroma just by looking at the pictures. Can’t wait to try out your easy recipe and indulge in a slice of this lush goodness. Thanks for sharing this delightful treat!
Beth Pierce
You are most welcome, Sue! Enjoy!
Yeah Lifestyle
This was a great tasting bread. You can’t beat fresh bread and using zucchini was a first for me but we really did love it.
Beth Pierce
Thanks, I am so glad that you liked it!
Sandra
This bread is so moist and delicious!! It was a huge hit at my house!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Sandra! So glad that everyone enjoyed the zucchini bread.
Beth
Wow! This was fantastic zucchini bread! It cooked up perfectly. My family loved it. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
kat
This zucchini bread is absolutely amazing! SO moist and delicious!! A great quick bread recipe.
Wince
Ohh this sounds nice, I’m always looking for new recipes to try and I definitely haven’t made zucchini bread before. Thank you for sharing.