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Cheddar Zucchini Bread

Savory Cheddar Zucchini Bread for a Cozy, Cheesy Delight

This savory Cheddar Zucchini Bread combines sharp cheddar and fresh zucchini for a moist and delicious treat, perfect for snacking or as a side.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or whole wheat for heartier texture
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder ensure it's not expired
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda check the expiration date
  • 1 tsp Salt use sea or kosher salt if preferred
  • 1 tbsp Ground Mustard Dijon for bolder taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper adjust to your liking
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper omit if milder flavor preferred
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese sharp cheddar delivers the best flavor
  • 1 cup Grated Zucchini don’t squeeze out too much liquid
  • 1 cup Milk can substitute non-dairy milk
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil or melted butter for flavor
  • 1 large Egg or flaxseed meal for vegan option

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a loaf pan by greasing it with butter or oil and dusting with flour.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground mustard, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and grated zucchini.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the milk, vegetable oil, and egg, whisk until fully blended.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently stir until just combined.
  6. Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Let the loaf cool for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid squeezing out too much moisture from the grated zucchini. Use freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese for best results.

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