Description
Savory Zucchini Cheddar Quick Bread is a delightful and versatile dish that combines the freshness of zucchini with the sharpness of cheddar cheese. This easy-to-make bread is perfect for any meal, whether served warm for breakfast, paired with soups for lunch, or enjoyed as a tasty snack throughout the day. Its moist texture and delicious flavor make it a hit at gatherings, while its one-bowl preparation means cleanup is a breeze. Plus, with the added nutrition from zucchini, you can indulge without guilt!
Ingredients
- 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 (any type)
- 1 tablespoon vinegar (white or apple cider)
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9 x 5-inch bread pan.
- Wrap the grated zucchini in paper towels and gently squeeze to remove some moisture.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate small bowl, combine milk and vinegar; let it sit to create buttermilk. Add melted butter and egg, whisk until combined.
- Pour the buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently to combine.
- Fold in the drained zucchini, cheddar cheese, and green onions until just mixed.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for about 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 (70g)
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg