Description
Indulge in the bliss of baking with this Moist and Delicious Cinnamon Swirl Zucchini Bread—a delightful treat that brings together the warm flavors of cinnamon and the moisture of fresh zucchini. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re looking to enjoy a cozy afternoon snack or a sweet breakfast accompaniment. The enticing cinnamon sugar swirl not only elevates the flavor but also adds an eye-catching twist to this quick bread. Perfectly moist and flavorful, it’s a crowd-pleaser that can be enjoyed on its own or dressed up with spreads, fruits, or even transformed into French toast. Bake a loaf today and watch it disappear!
Ingredients
- 1 cup finely shredded zucchini
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for cinnamon swirl)
- 1 Tablespoon cinnamon (for cinnamon swirl)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together shredded zucchini, eggs, vegetable oil, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- For the cinnamon swirl, mix granulated sugar with cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan; sprinkle half of the cinnamon mixture on top. Add the remaining batter and finish with the rest of the cinnamon mixture. Gently swirl with a knife.
- Bake for 60–65 minutes or until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
- Let cool for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (66g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Use fresh zucchini for maximum moisture. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread light and fluffy. Customize by adding nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture.