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cinnamon zucchini bread

Cinnamon Zucchini Bread That Makes Veggies Irresistible

This cinnamon zucchini bread is a delightful way to enjoy vegetables while satisfying your sweet tooth.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with a gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil You can also use melted coconut oil or light olive oil.
  • 2 cups Zucchini Fresh, grated zucchini; alternatives include grated carrots or finely grated apples.
  • 1 cup Nuts (Walnuts or Pecans) Omit for a nut-free version; substitute with sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Feel free to add a dash of nutmeg or cardamom.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup Sugar

Equipment

  • 9×5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat until smooth, then add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract.
  4. Fold in the grated zucchini, then gradually add the dry mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Fold in nuts if using.
  5. Mix 1 tablespoon of cinnamon with sugar for the cinnamon sugar swirl.
  6. Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan, sprinkle with half of the cinnamon sugar, pour in remaining batter and top with rest of the cinnamon sugar. Swirl with a knife.
  7. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the bread tender. Use fresh, grated zucchini for best results.

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