Description
Savory Zucchini Cheddar Quick Bread is a delightful and versatile addition to any meal. This easy-to-make bread features the fresh taste of zucchini paired with sharp cheddar cheese, creating a moist and flavorful loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or as a side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk (2% or whole)
- 1 tablespoon vinegar (white or apple cider)
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a 9 x 5 inch bread pan with non-stick spray.
- Wrap grated zucchini in paper towels and gently squeeze to remove excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a small bowl, combine milk and vinegar to create buttermilk. Then add melted butter and egg; stir until combined.
- Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
- Fold in the prepared zucchini, cheddar cheese, and green onions until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for one hour or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (67g)
- Calories: 158
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 26mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in fresh herbs like thyme or spices such as garlic powder. Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for unique variations.