Description
Savory Zucchini Cheddar Quick Bread is a delightful, moist loaf that combines the fresh taste of zucchini with rich, sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a comforting side dish, this easy-to-make quick bread fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas. Serve it warm or toasted, and watch it disappear from the table in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a bowl, mix together flour and baking powder.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and olive oil. Fold in the grated zucchini and cheddar cheese.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg