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Joy Of Cooking Zucchini Bread Recipe

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Description

Nothing beats the warm aroma of freshly baked zucchini bread. It’s the perfect way to use up extra zucchini from the garden or farmer’s market. This Joy of Cooking Zucchini Bread recipe creates a soft, moist, and delicious loaf every time. With a hint of nutmeg and cinnamon, this bread is sure to be a family favorite.

Ingredients

To make Joy of Cooking Zucchini Bread, you will need the following ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, 2 eggs, 1 cup sugar, ¾ cup vegetable oil, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 2 cups grated zucchini, and ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional).

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon and whisk to combine. Set aside.

In a large bowl, beat the eggs with a hand mixer until light and fluffy. Add the sugar, oil, and vanilla, and mix until blended. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Stir in the zucchini and walnuts, if using. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.

Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes before turning out onto a cooling rack. Slice and enjoy.

Equipment

To make Joy of Cooking Zucchini Bread, you will need the following equipment: a 9x5-inch loaf pan, a medium bowl, large bowl, hand mixer, whisk, and a cooling rack.

Notes

This recipe can easily be doubled and baked in two loaf pans. You can also substitute other nuts, such as pecans or almonds, in place of the walnuts. For a sweeter bread, you can add 1/2 cup of raisins or chocolate chips.

Nutrition

One slice of Joy of Cooking Zucchini Bread contains approximately 250 calories, 11 grams of fat, 30 grams of carbohydrates, and 3 grams of protein. It also contains 2 grams of dietary fiber and 150 milligrams of sodium.


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