📜 Brief Description:

🌿 “Cooking is like painting or writing a song. Just as there are only so many colors or notes, there are only so many flavors—it’s how you combine them that sets you apart.” – Wolfgang Puck. Just like a masterful composition, our Easy Oven Bake Zucchini Bread cleverly incorporates the freshness of zucchini into a sweet, delectable loaf that anyone can enjoy. It’s a perfect blend of health and taste, subtly wrapped in each slice!

🛒 Ingredients:

  • 🥒 2 cups grated zucchini (about 1 large or 2 medium zucchinis)
  • 🥛 1/2 cup milk
  • 🥚 2 large eggs
  • 🌾 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 🍬 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 🥄 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 🌿 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 🥄 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 🍯 Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts or raisins for added texture

Servings: Makes 1 loaf (approximately 8 servings)

🍴 Kitchen Tools:

  • 🥄 Grater
  • 🍞 Loaf pan
  • 🥣 Mixing bowls
  • 🥄 Measuring cups and spoons
  • 🍰 Mixer or whisk

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Mix well.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and oil. Stir in the grated zucchini.
  4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  5. Stir in nuts or raisins if using.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

📝 FAQs:

  • 🥒 How can I keep the bread moist? Ensure not to squeeze the zucchini; its natural moisture helps keep the bread soft.
  • 🍞 Can I make this recipe gluten-free? Yes! Swap the all-purpose flour for your favorite gluten-free flour blend.
  • 🌡️ How long does zucchini bread last? It can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.

📊 Nutritional Value:

  • Calories: 280 kcal per slice
  • Protein: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 16g

🌟 Expert Tips:

Sprinkle a mixture of cinnamon and sugar on top of the batter before baking for a delightfully crisp crust.

🥳 Encouragement:

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Best Serving Tips:

Serve your zucchini bread warm with a dollop of cream cheese or a drizzle of honey for an extra touch of indulgence.

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