Description
Enjoy this delightful Easy Zucchini Cheddar Herb Bread, a perfect quick bread bursting with fresh zucchini, sharp cheddar, and fragrant herbs. It’s wonderfully moist and flavorful, making it ideal for breakfast, lunch, or a side dish.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup grated zucchini, squeezed dry
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (like parsley, chives, or dill)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, vegetable oil, and milk until well combined.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the grated zucchini, cheddar cheese, and chopped herbs.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure you squeeze the excess moisture from the grated zucchini for a better texture.
- Feel free to experiment with different cheese or herb combinations.
- This bread freezes well; wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then foil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Quick Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg