Description
Savory Zucchini Cheddar Quick Bread is a delightful combination of fresh zucchini and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a moist and flavorful loaf that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup grated zucchini (excess moisture squeezed out)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and oregano.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the milk and olive oil. Add the zucchini and half of the cheese.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg