🍞 Classic Homemade Zucchini Bread

Servings: 2 loaves (about 10–12 slices each)

Ingredients

• 2 cups grated zucchini, lightly squeezed
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
• 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• ½ cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9 × 5-inch loaf pans.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
3. Stir in the grated zucchini.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.
6. Fold in the chopped nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips, if using.
7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans.
8. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
9. Let the loaves cool in the pans for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Slice and enjoy this moist, tender homemade zucchini bread with a cup of coffee or tea! 🍞💚