Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Moist and Delicious Cinnamon Swirl Zucchini Bread, a perfect treat for any occasion! This easy-to-make recipe features garden-fresh zucchini combined with a sweet cinnamon sugar swirl, creating an irresistible loaf that is both moist and flavorful. Ideal as a quick breakfast, midday snack, or even dessert, each slice offers a comforting texture and a hint of spice that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup finely shredded zucchini
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon (for swirl)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for swirl)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×5 loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix wet ingredients: zucchini, eggs, oil, yogurt, and vanilla until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and spices.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture; stir gently to avoid overmixing.
- Prepare cinnamon swirl by combining sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Layer half the batter in the loaf pan; sprinkle half of the cinnamon mixture on top. Add remaining batter and finish with the rest of the swirl mixture. Use a knife to create swirls.
- Bake for 60-65 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 68g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg