Description
This delightful Orange Zucchini Bread is a perfect balance of garden-fresh moisture and vibrant citrus notes. It is an ideal snack for cozy brunches or a wholesome breakfast on the go. The combination of cinnamon, fresh orange zest, and tender zucchini creates a bakery-quality treat that fills your kitchen with a heavenly aroma. Simple to prepare and easy to store, this bread is sure to become a favorite in your household rotation.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar, packed
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 cup finely grated zucchini, squeezed dry
2 large eggs
½ cup vegetable oil
1 tbsp fresh orange zest
2 tbsp fresh orange juice
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
In a large bowl, beat eggs, oil, sugars, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla until smooth.
Gently fold the grated, dried zucchini into the wet mixture.
Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure you squeeze as much moisture out of the grated zucchini as possible using a kitchen towel so the bread texture stays light. Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze sliced portions for up to 2 months. For a bolder citrus flavor, increase the orange zest to 2 tablespoons. You can also fold in ½ cup of chopped walnuts or pecans for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/10 of loaf)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg