Soft, spiced loaf featuring zucchini for subtle sweetness. Enjoy any time, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
→ Wet Ingredients
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil
09 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
10 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
11 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
→ Vegetables & Add-ins
12 - 2 cups grated zucchini
13 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
# Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg together in a large mixing bowl.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat eggs, then add vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Stir until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Fold in grated zucchini and chopped walnuts or pecans until evenly distributed through the batter.
06 - Spread batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the surface.
07 - Bake in the center of the oven for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
08 - Allow loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice when fully cooled.
