This moist and flavorful zucchini bread is soft, perfectly spiced, and incredibly easy to make. A delicious way to use fresh zucchini, this homemade loaf is packed with warm cinnamon flavor and optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.

🧾 Ingredients

• 2 cups grated zucchini (squeezed to remove excess moisture)
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ½ teaspoon salt

Optional Add-ins

• ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
• ½ cup chocolate chips
• ¼ cup raisins👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a loaf pan.
2. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, brown sugar, oil, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the grated zucchini and mix well.
5. In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
7. Fold in optional ingredients like nuts or chocolate chips.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
9. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

⏱️ Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 55 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
• Yield: 1 loaf (8–10 slices)
• Category: Dessert / Snack
• Cuisine: American