Description
Savory Zucchini Cheddar Quick Bread is a delightful, moist treat that combines the fresh flavors of zucchini and sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect for any meal or snack, this quick bread is easy to whip up in just one bowl, requiring minimal prep time. Serve it warm alongside soups, toast it for breakfast, or enjoy it as a delicious standalone snack. Its savory profile makes it a favorite among both kids and adults, ensuring that everyone at the table will be satisfied.
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% recommended)
- 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch bread pan.
- Squeeze excess moisture from the grated zucchini using paper towels and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix milk with vinegar to create buttermilk. Add melted butter and egg; whisk until smooth.
- Pour the buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in the zucchini, cheddar cheese, and green onions until mixed.
- Transfer batter to the prepared pan and bake for about one hour or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg