One Bowl Cheesy Zucchini Bread
This savory quick bread combines fresh zucchini and sharp cheddar cheese in a moist, flavorful loaf. Perfect as a side dish, snack, or toasted for breakfast, it requires just one bowl for easy preparation.
- Prep Time: 15min
- Cook Time: 50min
- Total Time: 1hr 5min
- Yield: 1 loaf
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
– 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini (do not squeeze out the moisture)
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup milk (whole, 2%, or non-fat)
– 1 tablespoon white or apple cider vinegar
– 1 large egg
– 3 tablespoons melted butter
– 1 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
– 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
1. **Prepare the Zucchini:**
– Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
– Grate the zucchini and place it in a clean kitchen towel. Gently press to remove excess moisture, but do not wring completely dry.
2. **Mix Wet Ingredients:**
– In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, milk, vinegar, egg, and melted butter. Stir until well combined.
3. **Incorporate Dry Ingredients:**
– Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
4. **Add Cheese and Onions:**
– Fold in the grated cheddar cheese and chopped green onions until evenly distributed.
5. **Bake:**
– Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
– Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
– If the top browns too quickly, tent with aluminum foil during the last 10-15 minutes.
6. **Cool and Serve:**
– Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
– **Variations:** For added flavor, consider adding 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder or chopped fresh herbs such as parsley or basil to the batter.
– **Storage:** Store cooled bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
– **Serving Suggestions:** This bread pairs well with soups, salads, or as a standalone snack. Toasted slices with a pat of butter make for a delightful breakfast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (of 12)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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