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Zucchini Cheddar Bread

Savory Zucchini Cheddar Bread That's Irresistibly Moist

This Zucchini Cheddar Bread is a savory, moist quick bread perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1 medium Zucchini Firm, dark green
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Grated, sharp or mild
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 2 Eggs Room temperature
  • 0.5 cup Milk Room temperature
  • 0.25 cup Olive Oil Can substitute with melted butter
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp Green Onions Chopped, can substitute with chives

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Grater
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a dish towel.
  3. Mix together the flour, salt, black pepper, and baking powder in a bowl.
  4. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and olive oil. Fold in the grated zucchini.
  5. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just incorporated.
  6. Fold in the grated cheese and chopped green onions.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store the bread in an airtight container for freshness. It can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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