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Homemade Zucchini Bread

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A delightful zucchini bread that balances sweetness and the earthy taste of zucchini, perfect for breakfast or a snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups grated zucchini
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
  • 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan generously.
  2. Combine the grated zucchini, sugar, and vegetable oil in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, blending well.
  4. Prepare a separate bowl with all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently to avoid overmixing.
  6. Add optional nuts and raisins, folding them in.
  7. Transfer the batter into your prepared loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Squeeze excess moisture from zucchini before adding to the batter for a better texture. This recipe can be customized with various add-ins.

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