Description
The Best Snickerdoodle Zucchini Bread is a delightful fusion of sweet cinnamon and moist zucchini, creating a soft, flavorful loaf that’s perfect for any time of day. With its golden-brown crust and tender interior, this bread offers a comforting treat that’s as wholesome as it is indulgent. Whether enjoyed at breakfast or as a snack, this recipe makes it easy to sneak some veggies into your diet while satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis (grated, excess moisture squeezed out)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or applesauce)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup cinnamon-sugar mixture (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and sugar.
- In another bowl, beat eggs with oil and vanilla until smooth, then mix in grated zucchini.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar topping.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or nuts. Substitute half of the granulated sugar with brown sugar for extra richness. Ensure zucchini is well-drained to prevent sogginess.