Home > Desserts > Zucchini Bread Zucchini Bread September 11, 2018 | 12 Comments SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Jump to Recipe This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. This mouth-watering Zucchini Bread recipe is one you’ll want to use over and over again! This Zucchini Bread recipe is quick, foolproof, and insanely tasty! I’ve included a variation below to make Zucchini Chocolate Chip Bread with this recipe, and if you’re craving more variations, try this Lemon Zucchini Bread or this Chocolate Zucchini Bread. If you’re looking for a healthier option, check out this Healthy Zucchini Bread. Zucchini Bread It’s taken me a while to post this recipe here. And for good reason – there are literally hundreds of recipes already online, and I didn’t feel I had a recipe that stood out from the rest. Until now. After much trial and error, I can confidently say this is the best zucchini bread recipe I’ve ever tasted, and I’m so excited to share it with you today! How to make Zucchini Bread This is not a difficult bread to make, and the results speak for themselves. Here’s a quick overview of the process, with more detail in the recipe card below. Lightly grease and flour two bread pans; set aside. Beat the wet ingredients together: the sugar, eggs, and oil; mix well. In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Overmixing will result in denser bread. Stir in the shredded zucchini and vanilla. Pour the batter into the prepared bread pans. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center. Variation Ideas Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread Simply add 1 cup of semisweet or milk chocolate chips (we like milk chocolate best!) to the batter. Make sure to toss the chips in the dry ingredients first to get an even dispersion in the bread. No other modifications to the recipe are needed! Zucchini Muffins Spray and lightly flour a muffin tin. Fill the cavities slightly higher than halfway. Bake at 350 degrees F on the middle rack until muffins are lightly golden brown and the top of the muffins bounce back when you press on them–about 18-24 minutes. Test with a toothpick to make sure the center of the muffins is done. If it comes out clean or with moist crumbs, the muffins are done; if it comes out wet, they need a few extra minutes. Zucchini Bread Recipe FAQs Do you have to peel zucchini for Zucchini Bread? No, you do not need to peel the zucchini! The skin adds to the texture of the bread, and once baked, you won’t be able to taste it. The skin also adds nutrition to this bread! How do I cut zucchini for bread? Cut off both ends of the zucchini. If using a large zucchini, first cut the zucchini in half horizontally. Take each half (or 1 small zucchini) and grate it for this recipe. How can I freeze Zucchini Bread? Let the bread cool completely. Wrap the uncut loaf with plastic wrap and place it into a freezer bag. Seal the bag, squeezing out excess air. Make sure to enjoy the bread within 2 months. You can also freeze shredded zucchini in a freezer bag so you have zucchini on hand whenever you want to make this easy bread recipe! That’s a great way to use up summer surplus–zucchini is famous for being prolific! How long does Zucchini Bread last? Stored at room temperature, this bread should stay fresh for 1-2 days. Stored in the fridge, it should remain good for up to a week. When stored in the freezer, it can remain fresh for up to two months. More zucchini recipes Sheet Pan Chicken and Zucchini with a simple dipping sauce Zucchini Boats with Italian sausage Healthy Zucchini Muffins made with Greek yogurt Pasta Salad with roasted corn & zucchini 32 Quick and Easy Zucchini Recipes FOLLOW ALONG! 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Course Dessert, Side Dish, Snack Cuisine American Keyword zucchini bread, zucchini bread recipe Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 1 hour Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes Servings 20 slices in 2 loaves Calories 339kcal Author Chelsea Equipment2 (7.5 x 3.5 inches) bread loaf pans Ingredients2 cups (419g) white sugar3 large eggs1 cup (190g) vegetable oil3 cups (377g) flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt2-3 teaspoons cinnamon2 cups (254g) shredded zucchini (shredded on the small side of the grater)1 teaspoon vanilla extract InstructionsLightly grease and flour two bread pans; set aside.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Beat the sugar and eggs until well incorporated. Add in the oil and mix well.In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Add cinnamon to taste preference - if you really like cinnamon use 3 teaspoons.Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and beat until just combined. Over-beating or overstirring will result in dense bread.Stir in the shredded zucchini and vanilla. Spread the batter into the bread pans - both should be about 3/4 full.Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center.Allow to cool for about 5-10 minutes and then remove from the pan and allow to finish cooling. Each loaf makes 10 slices. See post for freezing/storing instructions. Nutrition FactsCalories: 339kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 190mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 88IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 2mg We do our best to provide accurate nutritional analysis for our recipes. Our nutritional data is calculated using a third-party algorithm and may vary, based on individual cooking styles, measurements, and ingredient sizes. Please use this information for comparison purposes and consult a health professional for nutrition guidance as needed. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? I love hearing from you when you've made one of my recipes! Tag me on Instagram at @ChelseasMessyApron or leave me a comment below.
Mmm, I love zucchini bread! It’s my husband’s fave so I should probably make some and send it to him! It looks awesome! Reply
Absolutely amazing! I bake a lot especially zucchini bread this time of year and this is by far the best bread I have ever had! Made it GF also and it turned out fantastic. Thank you for such a great recipe! Reply
It is delicious but I would like to know if you can freeze it. I would like to make some ahead of time and freeze for the holidays. Reply
Hi Debbie! I actually made tons before my wedding and froze it. It thawed out great! What a great idea for the holidays! Reply
It sounds delicious… Please send me directions for freeing/storing zucchini bread, I want to make several. I will donate some too. Thank you. Reply
Make sure to keep it in an air tight container and it should freeze great and store well for 2 to 3 days! 🙂 Reply
This zucchini bread recipe is our absolute favorite! I’ve tried several over the years and there is no denying this one is the best! If you’re looking for a recipe that everyone will love, this is for you! Reply
