Zucchini Bread

A moist, tender, and sweet quick bread packed with grated zucchini and a hint of cinnamon. Reminiscent of carrot cake!

• 4 dl all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 0.5 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 2 eggs
• 1.5 dl granulated sugar
• 1 dl brown sugar
• 1.5 dl neutral oil (e.g., canola oil)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 dl finely grated zucchini (about 1 medium)
• 1 dl chopped walnuts (optional)

Method

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
2. 2
   In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
3. 3
   In another larger bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, brown sugar, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
4. 4
   Fold in the grated zucchini.
5. 5
   Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Fold in walnuts if using.
6. 6
   Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. 7
   Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.