Zucchini bread is a moist and delicious quick bread that is made with grated zucchini. It is a popular summer treat, as zucchini is abundant during the summer months. This versatile bread can be made with a variety of different ingredients, such as chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit. It can also be topped with a variety of different glazes or frostings. In this article, we will share two recipes for zucchini bread: one with a cinnamon-sugar topping and one with a cream cheese frosting. Both recipes are easy to follow and make a delicious and moist zucchini bread that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
ZUCCHINI BREAD WITH CINNAMON SUGAR TOPPING
This is a delicious zucchini bread adapted from a recipe of my mother's to include a yummy cinnamon and sugar topping. My husband can eat an entire loaf of this bread at a time, it is so good!
Provided by Beth Stauffer
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Zucchini Bread Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Prepare two loaf pans with cooking spray.
- Mix the eggs, vegetable oil, sugar, zucchini, and vanilla extract together in a large bowl; add the raisins. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Whisk the flour mixture into the zucchini mixture, stirring until almost all the lumps are gone. Divide the batter between the two prepared loaf pans.
- Whisk the flour mixture into the zucchini mixture, stirring until almost all the lumps are gone. Divide the batter between the two prepared loaf pans, and sprinkle the tops with the brown sugar-cinnamon mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.3 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 227.6 mg, Sugar 28.3 g
ZUCCHINI MUFFINS WITH CINNAMON CRUNCH TOPPING
A touch of honey complements the nutty flavor of the whole-wheat flour in these muffins. The zucchini and applesauce provide moisture and flavor, and the crunchy cinnamon topping makes for the perfect textural contrast against the soft cake. These muffins are a great addition to your morning cup of coffee. Store them on the counter, uncovered, to help preserve their crunchy coating. They also freeze well and can be reheated in a low-temperature oven or thawed at room temperature.
Provided by Jerrelle Guy
Categories breakfast, snack, finger foods, pastries
Time 45m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Using 1 tablespoon softened butter, generously butter the cups and the top of a standard 12-cup muffin tin. Set aside.
- Cut the tips off the zucchini and grate the zucchini into shreds on a box grater. Pile the zucchini onto a clean dish towel and squeeze tightly over the sink to remove any excess water. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift 1 cup whole-wheat flour with the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder and salt, then whisk to combine. Set aside.
- To a medium bowl, add the melted butter, milk, applesauce, honey, eggs, lemon juice and vanilla, and whisk to combine. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the liquid inside. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold everything together, being careful not to overmix. Just before completely combined, sprinkle the zucchini over the top, breaking up any clumps with your hands, and finish folding the batter until combined. Using a spoon or scoop, divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups. (It should come to the top of each cup).
- In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1 tablespoon whole-wheat flour with the turbinado sugar and cinnamon. Using your fingers, work in the remaining 1 tablespoon softened butter until everything is evenly moist. Sprinkle the mixture over the tops of the muffins, then carefully brush away any crumbs that spill onto the top of the muffin tin. Bake the muffins, rotating halfway through, until the tops form firm domes, the sugar topping caramelizes and the muffins are cooked through, 24 to 26 minutes. (The tops should spring back when lightly pressed.) Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the tin for 15 minutes before using a small offset spatula to transfer them to a wire rack to cool for at least another 10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
CINNAMON ZUCCHINI BREAD
"The only way Mom could get me to eat veggies was to bake this zucchini bread. When I grew up, I lightened her original recipe, so I can still eat it without guilt." -Kathie Meyer, Round Rock, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 loaf (12 slices).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat the sugar, applesauce, oil, egg whites and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, nutmeg and baking soda; gradually beat into sugar mixture. Fold in zucchini and raisins. , Transfer to an 8x4-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips
- Choose the right zucchini: Look for small to medium-sized zucchini that are firm and have a deep green color. Avoid zucchini that are large, soft, or have blemishes.
- Grate the zucchini correctly: Use the large holes of a box grater to grate the zucchini. This will help to create long, thin strands that will evenly distribute throughout the bread.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the bread tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing it: This will help to prevent the bread from crumbling.
- Store the bread properly: Zucchini bread can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Conclusion
Zucchini bread is a delicious and versatile quick bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dessert. With its moist texture, sweet flavor, and cinnamon-sugar topping, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you have some extra zucchini on hand, try making a loaf of zucchini bread. You won't be disappointed!
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